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Chiapas Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chiapas, Mexico in May.

Are you planning a trip a to Chiapas, Mexico in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Chiapas in May

Chiapas, Mexico is a region in Mexico. In May, Chiapas experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in San Cristóbal de Las Casas at 27°C (81°F) to very hot in Palenque at 36°C (97°F). At night it cools down to 24°C (75°F) in Palenque and 16°C (61°F) in San Cristóbal de Las Casas.

For a closer look at conditions across Chiapas, Mexico, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Palenque with an average of 99 mm (3.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Tapachula with 296 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. San Cristóbal de Las Casas gets around 169 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Chiapas by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chiapas — and find the best time to visit. (based on San Cristóbal de Las Casas)

Best Places to Visit in Chiapas in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Chiapas.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Chiapas

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Chiapas, Mexico?

Temperature range in Chiapas (May)

Precipitation variation in Chiapas (May)

San Cristóbal de Las Casas

In May San Cristóbal de Las Casas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
169 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
498 mm (20 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
12 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Palenque

In May Palenque generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Tuxtla Gutiérrez

In May Tuxtla Gutiérrez generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
169 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
340 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Comitán de Domínguez

In May Comitán de Domínguez generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
224 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
287 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
10 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Tapachula

In May Tapachula generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
154 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
296 mm (12 in)
428 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
19 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Chiapas, in Mexico.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Chiapas in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Cristóbal de Las Casas 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 242 mm (9.5 in)
Palenque 36°C (97°F) 24°C (75°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Tuxtla Gutiérrez 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Comitán de Domínguez 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Tapachula 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 296 mm (12 in)
Chiapa de Corzo 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)

Chiapas weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chiapas, Mexico in May?

Expect unpleasant weather across Chiapas, Mexico in May. The popular destination of San Cristóbal de Las Casas averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Chiapas, Mexico in May?

In San Cristóbal de Las Casas, the average daytime high in May is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Chiapas, Mexico get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Chiapas, Mexico, with San Cristóbal de Las Casas averaging around 242 mm (9.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chiapas, Mexico?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Chiapas, Mexico with often unpleasant weather in San Cristóbal de Las Casas.

On average, the best time to visit Chiapas, Mexico is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in San Cristóbal de Las Casas. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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