Cancún weather in May (Quintana Roo, Mexico)

What can you expect from the weather in Cancún during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Cancún generally has high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 26°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Cancún in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 7 days of rain.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, October tends to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cancún climate page with graphs.

 

Cancún, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 22%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  

Where to go in Mexico in May

Find out more about the weather in Mexico in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Cancún in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cancún.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Mexico? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Mexico. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.