Average weather in May in Cancún (Quintana Roo), Mexico
The average minimum temperature (usually the minimum temperature is noted during the night) in Cancún in May is 24.0°C (75.2°F).
The amount of rain in May is normal with an average of 90mm (3.5in).
It rains on average a total of 7 days.
The average maximum daytime temperature lies around 33.5°C (92.3°F).
So what to wear in May?
Visitors traveling to Cancún should plan on bringing a totally waterproof rain jacket since it will often be raining.
Also bring your shorts or a skirt because it can be very warm or even hot.
With a water temperature of around 28.0°C (82.4°F),
this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.
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For other monthly average weather and what to do in May look at the numbers below.
Monthly Averages in May
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Where to stay in Cancún
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.





What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
Weather Forecasts for Cancún (Quintana Roo)
Partly cloudy
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
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