Temperatures in May
It's hot in May in Mexico 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 23°C and 25°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Mexico in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Mexico 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. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 33°C, with nights close to 25°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Mexico will be around 33°C, with nights close to 25°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 90 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average precipitation chance is 45% per day this month. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher, others lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Mexico. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Mexico in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
33°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
31°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
90 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
14 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
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.
Is May a good time to visit Mexico?
May is a great month to be in Mexico for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
The hurricane season in runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Mexico in May
With 39°C, Mexico 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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The climate of Mexico is based on weather data from Cancún. Other spots, like Mexico City, Playa del Carmen or Tulum, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Mexico for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Mexico
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Mexico, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in May in Mexico
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Daily Precipitation in May in Mexico
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Mexico, 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 14 days of rain in Mexico.
Daily UV Index in May in Mexico
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Mexico, 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 Mexico Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Mexico, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Mexico Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Mexico, 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 Mexico
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Mexico. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in Mexico
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Average Weather in Mexico by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mexico. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
