Weather in May in Yucatán
Thinking about venturing to Yucatán this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Yucatán in May?
Yucatán is a region in Mexico. May in Yucatán generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Celestún at 32°C to very hot in Santa Elena at 37°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Santa Elena and 26°C in Celestún. In Yucatán, May typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.For specific regional insights in Yucatán, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Celestún with an average of 22 mm to moderate rainfall in Valladolid with 62 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Mérida enjoys approximately 275 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Yucatán climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Yucatán?
Mérida
In May Mérida generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Chicxulub
In May Chicxulub generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Izamal
In May Izamal generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Valladolid
In May Valladolid generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Progreso
In May Progreso generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Yucatán, in Mexico.
Is May the best time to visit Yucatán?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Mérida, May may not be the ideal time to visit Yucatán.
Generally speaking, January, February and December provide perfect weather in Mérida. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.
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