Playa del Carmen in May
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
12Rainy days (81 mm)
12:59 hDaylight
06:15Sunrise · 19:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.4 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- 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 (±5.4 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 | 26°C | 22°C | 55 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.7 |
| February | 26°C | 23°C | 27 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| March | 27°C | 23°C | 27 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| April | 28°C | 24°C | 32 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| May | 29°C | 25°C | 81 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 29°C | 26°C | 155 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.4 |
| July | 30°C | 26°C | 79 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.0 |
| August | 30°C | 26°C | 99 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.5 |
| September | 29°C | 26°C | 165 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 28°C | 25°C | 188 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 27°C | 24°C | 85 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 26°C | 23°C | 54 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Playa del Carmen in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Playa del Carmen?
The best months are March, April, February.