May in Tikal brings extremely high temperatures, with daytime highs of 36°C (97°F) and nights around 24°C (75°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 94 mm (3.7 in), so pack an umbrella.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Tikal. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Based on weather observations in Tikal between 2005 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
Find out more about the weather in Guatemala and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Guatemala in May →
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).
Get ready for hot weather in May! Lightweight, breathable fabrics are your best friend during this month. Cotton and linen shirts, shorts, sundresses, and sandals will keep you comfortable. Light colors help reflect the heat, avoid wearing black. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
See the full Tikal climate overview or explore weather in Guatemala.
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Flores
37°C (99°F) Rio Dulce Town
33°C (91°F) Lívingston33°C (91°F) Cobán28°C (82°F) Guatemala City28°C (82°F) Antigua Guatemala26°C (79°F) Quetzaltenango23°C (73°F) Panajachel23°C (73°F) Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
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