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Holguin in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Holguin in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Holguin in May 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
May could be a good time to visit Holguin, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +31°C, and there are typically 3 sunny days in May. However, expect about 23 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 144 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+17°C
Min.
+37°C
Max.
144 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Holguin has OK weather in May.

Average temperature in Holguin in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Holguin for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +31°C with a maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +22°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 55% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +33°C to +27°C.

Is Holguin warm or cold in May?

Holguin is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +30°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +22°C to +23°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Holguin:

Climate in Holguin in May

Holguin weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+30°C+31°C+32°C
Min. temperature
+15°C+17°C+21°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+37°C+36°C
Rainfall
64 mm144 mm116 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
76%80%81%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1014 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
631
Cloudy days
634
Rainy days
172322
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as ok as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +30°C to +31°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 64 mm to 144 mm. Humidity rises from 76% to 80%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 6 sunny days in April to 3 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Holguin in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Holguin is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Holguin based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 302 mm, with a 81% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 28 mm, which is moderate rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 25 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
May is one of the rainiest months in Holguin, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Holguin wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 74% chance of precipitation and 144 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 52% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Holguin?

This is the weather in Holguin in May 2023:
1 May
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+33°C
2 May
☁️
+33°C
3 May
☁️
+33°C
4 May
☁️
+33°C
5 May
☁️
+33°C
6 May
☁️
+33°C
7 May
☀️
+30°C
8 May
🌧️
+31°C
9 May
☀️
+33°C
10 May
☁️
+33°C
11 May
☁️
+31°C
12 May
☁️
+30°C
13 May
🌧️
+29°C
14 May
☁️
+32°C
15 May
☁️
+31°C
16 May
☁️
+30°C
17 May
☁️
+31°C
18 May
🌧️
+31°C
19 May
🌧️
+32°C
20 May
🌧️
+30°C
21 May
☀️
+30°C
22 May
☀️
+30°C
23 May
☀️
+32°C
24 May
☀️
+31°C
25 May
☁️
+30°C
26 May
☁️
+31°C
27 May
☀️
+31°C
28 May
🌧️
+31°C
29 May
🌧️
+31°C
30 May
🌧️
+29°C
31 May
🌧️
+27°C
In May 2023 Holguin had 7 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +27°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Holguin climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Holguin in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+29°C) and the highest in 2019 (+31°C). The driest year was 2004 with only 537 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2007 with 1491 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Holguin in May:

Is May a good time to visit Holguin?

It’s always a good time to visit Holguin, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Holguin in May?

Absolutely, May is hot in Holguin. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Holguin rainy in May?

Holguin is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Holguin in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Holguin in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Holguin

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Holguin, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.