Cancun in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Cancun in may 2024
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
Partly Cloudy
35% of time
34%
23%
4%
Weather at 12pm
86°F
Clear/Sunny
51% of time
27%
13%
9%
Weather at 6pm
83°F
Clear/Sunny
46% of time
27%
15%
13%
Weather at 3am
79°F
40%
32%
24%
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 | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good | ||||
How was the weather last may?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Cancun in may 2023:
70°F to 86°F
79°F to 86°F
77°F to 90°F
77°F to 90°F
77°F to 90°F
77°F to 90°F
79°F to 90°F
79°F to 92°F
79°F to 90°F
79°F to 92°F
81°F to 88°F
79°F to 90°F
79°F to 90°F
79°F to 90°F
77°F to 90°F
76°F to 90°F
74°F to 92°F
77°F to 88°F
79°F to 92°F
77°F to 88°F
76°F to 90°F
76°F to 92°F
76°F to 94°F
76°F to 88°F
74°F to 88°F
74°F to 88°F
74°F to 88°F
77°F to 88°F
77°F to 92°F
79°F to 92°F
77°F to 88°F
Map: other cities in Mexico in may
Cities near Cancun:
| Isla Mujeres in may | good weather |
| Isla Blanca in may | good weather |
| Puerto Morelos in may | good weather |
| Isla Contoy in may | good weather |
| Chiquilá in may | good weather |
| Holbox in may | good weather |
| Playa del Carmen in may | good weather |
| Riviera Maya in may | good weather |
| Cozumel in may | good weather |
| Puerto Aventuras in may | good weather |
| El Cuyo in may | perfect weather |
| Akumal in may | good weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in may.
Cancun
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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.