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Cozumel weather in May (Quintana Roo, Mexico)

Planning a trip to Cozumel in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Cozumel, May is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 26°C.

Cozumel in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

The city usually sees around 228 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Cozumel. January, February, March, April, May and December typically offer the best circumstances. While September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Cozumel, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 22%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 91 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
SunshineSunshine 228 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Playa del Carmen, Mexico (18 KM, 11 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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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 Cozumel 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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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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.