Weather in May in Riviera Maya
Planning a getaway to Riviera Maya this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Riviera Maya in May?
Riviera Maya is a region in Mexico. May in Riviera Maya generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C and nighttime temperatures around 26°C in Playa del Carmen. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cancún with an average of 90 mm to moderate rainfall in Akumal with 100 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Playa del Carmen enjoys close to 228 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Riviera Maya in May, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Riviera Maya climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 4 most popular destinations in Riviera Maya?
Playa del Carmen
In May Playa del Carmen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Cancún
In May Cancún generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Tulum
In May Tulum generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Akumal
In May Akumal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Riviera Maya, in Mexico.
Is May the best time to visit Riviera Maya?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Riviera Maya with overall pleasant weather in Playa del Carmen. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. In contrast, October tends to have poor weather conditions.
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