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Runaway Bay in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Runaway Bay in May 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether May is a good month to travel to Runaway Bay, Jamaica.

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Runaway Bay in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Runaway Bay in May in summary
Fair weather
Min 26°C Max 28°C 153 mm 10 day(s) 81% 28% 30°C UV 7 12.6 h/day
Best activities in May
Well-being
Practical guidelines
Low crowds Moderate prices 05:36 18:36
Hourly weather

Average weather in Runaway Bay in May 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Runaway Bay in May 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in May. This allows you to forecast the weather in May 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Runaway Bay in May

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Runaway Bay in May.

Temperatures and rain in Runaway Bay in May

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in May.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of May is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Runaway Bay in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Runaway Bay in May

Check the seasonal normals in Runaway Bay in May and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
May
Weather data April May June
Outside temperature
Average temperature 26.4°C 27.2°C 27.9°C
Maximum temperature 27.7°C 28.3°C 29.1°C
Minimum temperature 25.2°C 26.1°C 26.8°C
Record maximum temperature 31.0°C
(2015)
31.0°C
(2015)
31.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 21.0°C
(2021)
22.0°C
(2021)
23.0°C
(2009)
Number of days at +30° 1 day(s)
(3%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
12 day(s)
(40%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 27.6°C 28.3°C 28.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.1°C 27.1°C 27.8°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 28.4°C 29.5°C 29.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 20 km/h 20 km/h 23 km/h
Wind temperature 25.2°C 26.1°C 26.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 80.9 mm 153.0 mm 116.4 mm
Number of days with precipitation 21 day(s)
(70%)
24 day(s)
(77%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(14%)
10 day(s)
(31%)
6 day(s)
(21%)
Record precipitation in one day 33.9 mm
(2012)
69.5 mm
(2010)
100.6 mm
(2009)
Other weather data
Humidity 81% 81% 81%
Visibility 9.7 km 9.5 km 9.7 km
Cloud cover 24% 28% 27%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 13h 13h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h53 05h36 05h33
Sunset time 18h26 18h36 18h47
Day length 12h33 13h00 13h14
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When ideal weather fair weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Runaway Bay in May?

Best activities in May
Well-being
Possible activities in May
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Runaway Bay in May last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Runaway Bay in May 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
24°C27°C0.4 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
24°C27°C0.2 mm
3
Moderate rain at times
24°C27°C1.5 mm
4
Moderate rain at times
24°C27°C0.7 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C0.2 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
24°C28°C1.3 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.7 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C0.1 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
23°C27°C0.6 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C0.2 mm
11
Overcast
25°C29°C0.1 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.1 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
25°C29°C0.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.1 mm
15
Partly Cloudy
24°C29°C0.2 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
24°C29°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
25°C29°C0.2 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C0.2 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.6 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C1.4 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
25°C29°C0.1 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C0.2 mm
23
Partly Cloudy
25°C30°C0.0 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C0.2 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
26°C27°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
25°C28°C0.0 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
25°C29°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
26°C28°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
25°C28°C0.0 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
25°C28°C0.0 mm
31
Light rain shower
25°C26°C8.3 mm
Nearby

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Runaway Bay in May: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Runaway Bay in May, which ranks this month 10th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 28°C during the day and 26°C at night, with about 153 mm of precipitation spread over 10 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 28°C on average in May, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 12.6 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Well-being. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 19/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 46/100, including flights and accommodation.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Runaway Bay are: January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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