Mérida weather in May (Yucatán, Mexico)

What weather conditions can you expect in Mérida this May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During May, Mérida usually has extremely high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 37°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 24°C. Expect high temperatures this period, often making it the warmest month of the year. Light clothing and hydration will help you enjoy the sunny days.

Precipitation

Mérida in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 53 mm for the month. Typically around 5 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With approximately 275 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Mérida. January, February and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mérida, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 37°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 53 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 71%  

Sunshine 275 hours  

Percentage 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Camping

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Mérida.

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