Cancún in May
7.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
10Rainy days (74 mm)
13:01 hDaylight
06:13Sunrise · 19:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.8 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 23°C | 67 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.7 |
| February | 25°C | 24°C | 33 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| March | 26°C | 24°C | 25 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| April | 26°C | 25°C | 26 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| May | 27°C | 26°C | 74 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 28°C | 27°C | 134 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 28°C | 27°C | 65 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 29°C | 27°C | 87 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| September | 28°C | 27°C | 161 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 28°C | 26°C | 191 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 27°C | 25°C | 91 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 26°C | 24°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Cancún in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Cancún?
The best months are March, April, February.