Weather in Cancun in may 2025

The weather in Cancun in may comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for the whole month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout may

good weather UV index: 7

Weather at 6am
81°F

Clear/Sunny

34%

Moderate rain at times

23%

Cloudy

4%

Weather at 12pm
86°F

Moderate rain at times

27%

Heavy rain

13%

Partly Cloudy

9%

Weather at 6pm
83°F

Moderate rain at times

27%

Partly Cloudy

15%

Heavy rain

13%

Weather at 3am
79°F

Clear/Sunny

40%

Partly Cloudy

32%

Moderate rain at times

24%

Heavy rain

4%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Cancun in may

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Cancun in may.


The climate of Cancun in may is good

Because of the rise in temperatures and the gradual return of precipitation, climatic conditions in Cancun deteriorate slightly. Of course, the days are still magnificent but because of the heat in the middle of the day, the atmosphere can pass for overwhelming. However, the climate throughout May in Cancún remains comfortable.

Cancún at the Beginning of May

As the precipitation is still low, there are many sunny days during the first ten days of May. Moreover the heat is still comfortable because the temperatures rise only a notch. This perfect combination of warmth and good weather makes the climate throughout May in Cancún an asset to an unforgettable stay.

Cancún in the Middle of May

It is during the second ten days of May that the deterioration of climatic conditions becomes palpable. In addition to rising temperatures, rainfall increases in both intensity and frequency. It can happen that very intense rains disrupt any outings during the day or at night.

Cancún at the End of May

If one's stay in Cancún coincides with the last ten days of May, prepare to have the chance to enjoy beautiful sunny days and pleasantly warm weather. This is possible, thanks to the regression of rainfall and the drop in temperature.



Seasonal average climate and temperature of Cancun in may

Check below seasonal norms These statistics are generated from the weather statements of the past years of the month of may.

May
Outside temperature
Average temperature 85°F
Highest temperature 86°F
Lowest temperature 81°F
Highest record temperature 92°F
(2016)
Lowest record temperature 72°F
(2013)
Number of days at +86°F 18 day(s)
(58%)
Number of days at +65°F 31 day(s)
(100%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 83°F
Lowest sea temperature 81°F
Highest sea temperature 84°F
Wind
Wind speed 21km/h
Wind temperature 81°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 6.7in
Number of days with rainfall 8 day(s)
(26%)
Record daily rainfall 6.3in
(2010)
Other climate data
Humidity 81%
Visibility 9.55km
Cloud cover 28%
UV index 7
Daily sunshine hours 11
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 06:09
Time of sunset 19:19
Length of day 13:10
Our opinion about the weather in may
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How was the weather last may?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Cancun in may 2024:

01-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
77°F to 85°F
02-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
77°F to 86°F
03-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
77°F to 85°F
04-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
79°F to 86°F
05-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
79°F to 86°F
06-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
81°F to 86°F
07-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
79°F to 86°F
08-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 86°F
09-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F
10-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
81°F to 88°F
11-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
81°F to 88°F
12-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
79°F to 86°F
13-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F
14-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
81°F to 88°F
15-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
83°F to 88°F
16-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F
17-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F
18-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F
19-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F
20-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
79°F to 88°F
21-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
79°F to 88°F
22-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
81°F to 88°F
23-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
81°F to 88°F
24-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
81°F to 88°F
25-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F
26-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
81°F to 88°F
27-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
83°F to 90°F
28-05-2024
Patchy rain nearby
81°F to 88°F
29-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F
30-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F
31-05-2024
Clear/Sunny
81°F to 88°F

Map: other cities in Mexico in may

Cities near Cancun:

Isla Mujeres in maygood weather
Isla Blanca in maygood weather
Puerto Morelos in maygood weather
Isla Contoy in maygood weather
Chiquilá in maygood weather
Holbox in maygood weather
Playa del Carmen in maygood weather
Riviera Maya in maygood weather
Cozumel in maygood weather
Puerto Aventuras in maygood weather
El Cuyo in mayperfect weather
Akumal in maygood weather
Mexico in may: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in may.

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Weather data for Cancun in may:

Weather data for Cancun for may are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Cancun. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Cancun can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Cancun.


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