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Chichén-Itzá weather in May (Yucatán, Mexico)

Looking to travel to Chichén-Itzá in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Chichén-Itzá typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 36°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Chichén-Itzá in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Chichén-Itzá. January, February and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chichén-Itzá, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 36°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 60 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 250 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Valladolid, Mexico (38 KM, 23 Miles).

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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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).

So, what should you wear in Chichén-Itzá 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Camping
8/10

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