Michoacan Weather in May

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

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Morelia Pátzcuaro Los Azufres Uruapan del Progreso

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

What to Expect in Michoacan in May

Michoacan, Mexico is a region in Mexico. May in Michoacan generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Pátzcuaro at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Lázaro Cárdenas at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Lázaro Cárdenas and 12°C (54°F) in Pátzcuaro. On average, May is the warmest month of the year in Michoacan, Mexico. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Michoacan, Mexico, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Lázaro Cárdenas with an average of 14 mm (0.6 in) to high rainfall in Pátzcuaro with 122 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Morelia typically receives 258 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Michoacan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Michoacan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Morelia)

January24°C (75°F) February26°C (79°F) March28°C (82°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September25°C (77°F) October26°C (79°F) November25°C (77°F) December25°C (77°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Michoacan in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Michoacan

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

Temperature range in Michoacan (May)

Precipitation variation in Michoacan (May)

Morelia

In May Morelia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
258 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Morelia →

Pátzcuaro

In May Pátzcuaro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
258 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
274 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
6 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Pátzcuaro →

Los Azufres

In May Los Azufres generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
258 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
273 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
10 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
poor
Climate in Los Azufres →

Uruapan del Progreso

In May Uruapan del Progreso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
295 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Uruapan del Progreso →

Zirahuén

In May Zirahuén generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
258 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
295 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
poor
Climate in Zirahuén →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Morelia 30°C (86°F) 15°C (59°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Pátzcuaro 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Los Azufres 28°C (82°F) 12°C (54°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Uruapan del Progreso 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Zirahuén 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Lázaro Cárdenas 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)

Michoacan weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Michoacan, Mexico typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Morelia average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

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

In Morelia, the average daytime high in May is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

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

Not particularly. Morelia averages just 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Michoacan, Mexico.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Michoacan, Mexico?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Michoacan, Mexico with often pleasant weather in Morelia.

On average, the best time to visit Michoacan, Mexico is in January, February, March, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Morelia. On the other hand, the weather in May tends to be tolerable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Michoacan.

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