Mexico (Cancún) · May
Best travel monthTravel seasonMexico · North America
Max Temp
31.3°C
Min Temp
23.8°C
Sunshine
8.7 h/day
Rain Days
6 days
Water Temp
27.7°C
Rainfall
70.6 mm
Humidity
78%
Avg Temp
27.3°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is one of the best travel months for Mexico (Cancún) — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 31°C, and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 31°C, cooling to 24°C at night (daily average: 27°C). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 71 mm total. The water is a warm 28°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in May are ideal.
Hurrikan-Saison: Regenschauer und gelegentliche Tropenstürme, aber Cancúns All-Inclusive-Zone funktioniert auch dann. Das Karibik-Wasser bleibt warm, Preise deutlich günstiger.
Packing list for Mexico (Cancún) in May
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Mexico (Cancún)?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Mexico (Cancún) (Climate Score: 80/100). Pleasant temperatures (31°C), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (6) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Mexico (Cancún) in May?
- In May, Mexico (Cancún) sees daily highs of 31°C. Nights cool to 24°C, with a daily average of 27°C.
- How much rain falls in Mexico (Cancún) in May?
- In May, Mexico (Cancún) receives an average of 71 mm of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Mexico (Cancún) get in May?
- Mexico (Cancún) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mexico (Cancún) in May?
- Water temperature in Mexico (Cancún) in May averages 28°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
