Puerto Escondido weather in May (Oaxaca, Mexico)

How is the weather in Puerto Escondido 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, Puerto Escondido typically experiences very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 35°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Puerto Escondido in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 3 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 220 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Puerto Escondido. January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Puerto Escondido, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 35°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 127 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
SunshineSunshine 220 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Mazunte, Mexico (58 KM, 36 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 Puerto Escondido 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Camping
6/10

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