Normal weather for Riviera Maya in May
It's hot in May in Riviera Maya with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 25°C.
In May, there is an average of 85 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
May is a great month to be in Riviera Maya for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Riviera Maya in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
33°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
31°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
85 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 8 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Riviera Maya with hot temperatures, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights close to 24°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 33°C, with nights close to 24°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Riviera Maya will be around 33°C, with nights close to 24°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Temperature records
With 39°C, Riviera Maya hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 16°C to a high of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Riviera Maya
This chart shows the average daily high temperatures in May in Riviera Maya, measured in degrees Celsius. The bottom of the chart shows the days of May. Based on historical data, it shows the average daily temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Riviera Maya
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Riviera Maya, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 12 days of rain in Riviera Maya.
Daily UV Index in May in Riviera Maya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Riviera Maya, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Riviera Maya Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Riviera Maya, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Riviera Maya Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Riviera Maya, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Riviera Maya
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Average Weather in Riviera Maya by Month
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