Temperature in Oaxaca in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Oaxaca, Mexico this May.

Oaxaca, Mexico, a region in Mexico, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 27°C (81°F) in San Agustín Etla to 35°C (95°F) in Puerto Escondido. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Puerto Escondido and 13°C (55°F) in San Agustín Etla.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Oaxaca, Mexico in May?

Find the average daytime temperatures in May for the most popular destinations in Oaxaca on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Oaxaca in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Oaxaca temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Oaxaca, Mexico in May?

Expect daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) in Oaxaca de Juárez. That makes May a high month for Oaxaca, Mexico.

How cold does it get at night in Oaxaca, Mexico in May?

After dark, Oaxaca de Juárez cools to about 14°C (57°F) on an average May night.

What is the warmest city in May in Oaxaca, Mexico?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Puerto Escondido clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 35°C (95°F), and evenings that remain near 25°C (77°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Oaxaca, Mexico?

The coldest city in May in Oaxaca, Mexico is San Agustín Etla when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 27°C (81°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 13°C (55°F).

How much sun does Oaxaca, Mexico get in May?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 265 hours of sunshine in Oaxaca de Juárez. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

What is the water temperature in May?

The water temperature averages approximately 29°C (84°F) in Salina Cruz this month, warm, bath-like water that stays very comfortable for a long swim.

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