Mexico (Los Cabos) · May
Best travel monthTravel seasonMexico · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 25° (77°)21– (70–)31 (88) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)31 (88) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)32 (90) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)34 (93) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)36 (97) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)36 (97) | 33° (91°)27– (81–)36 (97) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)35 (95) | 29° (84°)25– (77–)32 (90) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)31 (88) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 17° (63°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)20 (68) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)24 (75) | 26° (79°)22– (72–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)22 (72) |
☀️Sunshine | 9h UV 7 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 11h UV 10 | 12h UV 10 | 11h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 10h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 |
🌊Water Temp | 23° (73°) | 22° (72°) | 21° (70°) | 22° (72°) | 24° (75°) | 26° (79°) | 28° (82°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 28° (82°) | 25° (77°) |
🌧Rain Days | 0d4mm (0.1") | 1d7mm (0.3") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 1d12mm (0.5") | 3d21mm (0.8") | 8d84mm (3.3") | 8d114mm (4.5") | 3d35mm (1.4") | 1d17mm (0.7") | 1d7mm (0.3") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is among the best months in Mexico (Los Cabos): only 0 rain days, 31°C (88°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 31°C (88°F), cooling to 21°C (70°F) at night (daily average: 25°C (77°F)). Peaks reach around 36°C (97°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F). With 12 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 1 mm (< 0.1 in) of rain over 0 days. Sea temperature is 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in May are ideal.
The shift towards summer: the sun stands high, it stays dry, and the water warms week by week. Beaches and fishing boats are in full swing while hotel prices ease. By June the humidity climbs noticeably, and the heat lingers in the room at night.
Packing list for Mexico (Los Cabos) in May
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Mexico (Los Cabos)?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Mexico (Los Cabos) (Climate Score: 100/100). Pleasant temperatures (31°C (88°F)), good sunshine (12 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Mexico (Los Cabos) in May?
- In May, Mexico (Los Cabos) sees daily highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights cool to 21°C (70°F), with a daily average of 25°C (77°F). Peaks reach around 36°C (97°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F).
- How much rain falls in Mexico (Los Cabos) in May?
- In May, Mexico (Los Cabos) receives an average of 1 mm (< 0.1 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Mexico (Los Cabos) get in May?
- Mexico (Los Cabos) averages 12 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mexico (Los Cabos) in May?
- Water temperature in Mexico (Los Cabos) in May averages 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
