What's The Weather Like In Holguin In May
Temperature
The average temperature in May in Holguin is a hot 26°C which is the second highest in the year with June, July, August and September being the highest at 27°C. It is a summer month in Holguin which is a city located in Cuba which is known for its tropical weather and beautiful white sandy beaches. Temperatures can reach highs of up to 31°C during midday sun which is the second hottest in the year along with June, July and September which also see highs of up to 31°C. In the evening, temperatures will dip to 21°C which is still very warm.
Rain/Sunshine Hours
May falls within the rainy season and has the highest rainfall in the year with an average monthly rainfall of 176mm which falls over an average of 12 days. This is considerably more than in April when it is just 64mm falling over an average of 7 days. You will get around 9 hours of daylight per day so you should still find the time to enjoy things such as visiting the beach and booking a boat tour. You can always check the weather forecast for rain before booking anything though.
Sea Temperature
The average sea temperature in May is a very warm 28°C which is actually the second lowest in the year with 27°C being the lowest in January, February, March and April. At this temperature, you will be able to enjoy hours of snorkelling in the sea without feeling cold or uncomfortable. The chance of there being a cloudy is 10% which is higher than both the month before and the month after but not by much.
Holguin Hotels In May
Casa de Yodalis Trasobares
A very charming and popular hotel to stay at in Holguin is Casa de Yodalis Trasobares which is a great choice of hotel for couples and friends holidaying together. The price is good and the rooms are of a good size and are very comfortable. It is situated about 10 minutes away from the city centre and is managed by friendly owners who do a great breakfast.
Brisas Guardalavaca Hotel
If you want nothing but luxury then a great hotel to book a stay at is the Brisas Guardalavaca Hotel which is a beach resort located in Guardalavaca. You will be extremely impressed and pleased with the cleanliness of the resort and also with the yummy food they have to offer. The best rooms to stay in is the villas which are bigger and quieter.
Bars And Restaurants
Things to Do In Holguin In May
Hill Of The Cross
One of the best places for photo opportunities in all of Holguin has to be at the awesome Hill of the Cross (Loma de la Cruz). This is the highest point in Holguin and offers breath-taking views of the whole city and surrounding areas. It is possible to walk up the steps from the city but you will have to be fit to do this, especially on a hot day. If you would like a more leisurely experience you may prefer to arrange some sort of transport instead.
Parque Calixto Garcia
If you want to discover a quieter side to Holguin then take a walk through the Parque Calixto Garcia which is a park where many of the locals also visit at night. There is also sometimes a musician or a live act for you to sit and watch in beautiful surroundings. There are also a number of restaurants around the park in case you're feeling peckish. This is truly a beautiful area to enjoy a day or evening out filled with friendly locals and live acts.
