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Antigua & Barbuda May holidays
5 Reasons to love a May holiday in Antigua & Barbuda
- It’s beautifully warm in May with an average temperature of 27°C.
- Ideal conditions for snorkelling and swimming.
- An average of 8 hours of sun a day.
- Enjoy beautiful sunset dinners on the beachfront.
- May is just coming out of the peak season, so hotels, restaurants, and bars will be quieter. Make the most of the cheaper flights and accommodation deals (outside of May half term).
Holidays to Antigua & Barbuda in May
Festivals and events in Antigua & Barbuda in May
Barbuda plays host to the Caribana celebrations; this is traditionally held toward the end of May, an energetic explosion of culture and dancing. This festival goes on for five days in the streets of Barbuda, including the Caribana queen show, Calypso competition, and lots of dancing. This festival is an excellent opportunity to understand this small Caribbean island's culture and is worth experiencing if you get the chance. Other events include Run In Paradise - an organised marathon and a half marathon, or a sport fishing tournament.
Top places to visit in Antigua & Barbuda in May
Some of our favourite things to do in Antigua & Barbuda are climbing Mt. Obama to see the spectacular views across the island, snorkelling in the crystal-clear water and kayaking through the mangroves and rum tasting.
May is the perfect month to explore the beautiful crystal-clear waters with a snorkelling trip to Stingray City. You can take a five-minute boat trip off Antigua's East coast, a shallow pool with a sandy bottom surrounded by vibrant corals and friendly southern stingrays. Depending on how brave you feel, you can stand, swim or snorkel with them (don’t touch them!) An exhilarating trip that is highly popular and is recommended in May.
What’s the weather like in Antigua & Barbuda in May?
In May, Antigua & Barbuda has an average temperature of 27°C, with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. May is the last month of the dry season, and chances of rain are moderate, with an average of 9 days in the month. There is lots of sunshine during the days, and when it rains, it is usually a sudden and brief downpour.
What to pack for a holiday in Antigua & Barbuda in May
General packing tips for May:
- Pack light clothing, swimwear and shoes suited to a summer holiday.
- Bring a light raincoat or small umbrella for downpours and a jumper or cardigan for the cooler evenings.
- Don’t forget sun cream, sunglasses and a hat for protection from the sun.
- Strong bug spray and afterbite remedy.
- Travel plug adapter.
- Prescription medicines.
- A tote bag as plastic bags are banned.
- Avoid camouflage print and other army-type clothing as it’s prohibited in Antigua & Barbuda.
- If you wish to snorkel from the beach, bring your own snorkelling equipment to avoid rental costs.