☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 27°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 27°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Galapagos in May has an average air temperature of 27°C with sea temperatures around 24°C. You can expect 6 hours of sunshine per day and 20mm of rainfall, which means minimal rainfall — mostly dry and sunny.
Sea temperatures of 24°C are very comfortable for swimming and water sports. With 6 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Galapagos is one of the top warm destinations for May holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Galapagos stacks up against similar destinations in May:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galapagos | 27°C | 24°C | 20mm | 6h |
| Fiji | 27°C | 27°C | 90mm | 7h |
| Bali | 28°C | 28°C | 80mm | 8h |
| Bora Bora | 28°C | 28°C | 100mm | 7h |
| Costa Rica | 28°C | 28°C | 180mm | 6h |
| Diani Beach | 28°C | 27°C | 250mm | 6h |
See how Galapagos's temperature changes throughout the year:
Looking for somewhere warm in May? These destinations are all 25°C+:
Yes, Galapagos in May has average temperatures of 27°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 24°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 24°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
May is an excellent time to visit Galapagos with warm weather and 6 hours of daily sunshine.
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