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Cancún weather in May (Quintana Roo, Mexico)

What kind of weather does May bring to Cancún? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Cancún typically experiences high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 30°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 26°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

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, you can expect around 7 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 264 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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.

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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  
SunshineSunshine 264 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mexico in May

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

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In May generally
pleasant weather
with high temperatures
and moderate monthly rainfall

More information

Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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).

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So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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