Palenque in May
5.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 35°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
35°CAvg high
24°CAvg low
12Rainy days (92 mm)
12:49 hDaylight
06:40Sunrise · 19:29 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 35°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.2 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 | 27°C | 18°C | 106 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| February | 29°C | 19°C | 64 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| March | 32°C | 20°C | 51 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.5 |
| April | 35°C | 22°C | 59 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.6 |
| May | 35°C | 24°C | 92 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 33°C | 24°C | 219 mm | 21 | – | – | 4.9 |
| July | 33°C | 23°C | 123 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.4 |
| August | 33°C | 23°C | 173 mm | 21 | – | – | 4.9 |
| September | 32°C | 23°C | 227 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.3 |
| October | 30°C | 22°C | 197 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 29°C | 20°C | 138 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| December | 28°C | 19°C | 95 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Palenque in May?
Daytime highs average 35°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Palenque?
The best months are February, December, January, March.