San Pedro La Laguna Weather in May
May in San Pedro La Laguna brings high temperatures, with highs of 24°C (75°F) and nights dropping to 16°C (61°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
Rainfall in San Pedro La Laguna in May
As part of the rainy season, San Pedro La Laguna sees around 17 days of rain in May, with an average of 393 mm (15 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in San Pedro La Laguna in May
Daytime highs in San Pedro La Laguna in May reach 24°C (75°F), with nights around 16°C (61°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights cool down to 16°C (61°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in San Pedro La Laguna in May
The month enjoys around 195 hours of sunshine. The wet weather tends to wait until afternoon or evening to arrive, leaving the first half of most days dry and sunny.May in San Pedro La Laguna can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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San Pedro La Laguna Temperature in May
Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
393 mm (15 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
195 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
38-year average (1978-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in San Pedro La Laguna typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 13°C (55°F).
Average temperatures in May
Historical weather for San Pedro La Laguna in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for San Pedro La Laguna spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
San Pedro La Laguna historical weather extremes in May
Based on weather observations in San Pedro La Laguna between 2003 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
- The hottest May day on record in San Pedro La Laguna reached 35°C (95°F) (May 12, 2024).
- The lowest daytime temperature in May was 16°C (61°F), recorded on May 31, 2003.
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 6°C (43°F) on May 1, 2007, marking the coldest May night on record.
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What to Wear in San Pedro La Laguna in May
For San Pedro La Laguna in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in San Pedro La Laguna in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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