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During May, Mérida experiences very high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 26°C (79°F). May sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and December typically offer the best weather for Mérida.
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Browse day-by-day weather records for Mérida spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 29 years of weather records for Mérida, the following extremes were recorded between 1997 and 2026.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm temperatures in May make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
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