Tabasco Weather in May

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

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Tapijulapa Villahermosa Paraíso Ocuizapotlan

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

What to Expect in Tabasco in May

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Tapijulapa at 33°C (91°F) to very hot in Ocuizapotlan at 37°C (99°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Ocuizapotlan and 22°C (72°F) in Tapijulapa. On average, May is the warmest month of the year in Tabasco, Mexico. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Tabasco, Mexico in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Paraíso with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Tapijulapa with 117 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Tapijulapa enjoys about 280 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Tabasco in May

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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 Tabasco

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

Temperature range in Tabasco (May)

Precipitation variation in Tabasco (May)

Tapijulapa

In May Tapijulapa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
280 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Tapijulapa →

Villahermosa

In May Villahermosa generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
280 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
238 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Villahermosa →

Paraíso

In May Paraíso generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
280 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Paraíso →

Ocuizapotlan

In May Ocuizapotlan generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
280 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
238 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ocuizapotlan →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tapijulapa 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Villahermosa 36°C (97°F) 26°C (79°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Paraíso 35°C (95°F) 26°C (79°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Ocuizapotlan 37°C (99°F) 26°C (79°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Tabasco weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Tabasco, Mexico in May. The popular destination of Tapijulapa averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

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

In Tapijulapa, the average daytime high in May is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

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

Tapijulapa typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 117 mm (4.6 in) on average across Tabasco, Mexico.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tabasco, Mexico?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Tabasco, Mexico with often tolerable weather in Tapijulapa.

Generally speaking, February provides pleasant weather in Tapijulapa. On the other hand, the months of May, June, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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