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Mexico Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mexico in May.

Thinking about venturing to Mexico this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Mexico in May

Mexico has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Rosarito at 19°C (66°F) to very hot in El Fuerte at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in El Fuerte and 14°C (57°F) in Rosarito. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To explore the conditions in Mexico in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Bahía Kino with an average of 0.1 mm (0 in) to heavy rainfall in Tapachula with 296 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Playa del Carmen enjoys about 228 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Mexico by month

Best Places to Visit in Mexico in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Mexico.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Mexico

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Mexico?

Temperature range in Mexico (May)

Precipitation variation in Mexico (May)

Playa del Carmen

In May Playa del Carmen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
228 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Mexico City

In May Mexico City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
232 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Los Cabos

In May Los Cabos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Peñasco

In May Puerto Peñasco generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Cancún

In May Cancún generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
264 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mexico in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cancún 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Mexico City 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Mérida 37°C (99°F) 24°C (75°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Cabo San Lucas 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Puerto Vallarta 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Tulum 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)

Mexico weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mexico in May?

May in Mexico brings tolerable weather. In Playa del Carmen, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Mexico in May?

Daytime temperatures in Playa del Carmen peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in May, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does Mexico get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Playa del Carmen averages just 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Mexico.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Mexico?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Playa del Carmen, May might be a good time to visit Mexico.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. In contrast, June, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Mexico.

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