MexicoAverage weather for Yucatán in May
It's hot in May in Yucatán with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Yucatán with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 24°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 33°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Yucatán is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In May, there is an average of 90 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Yucatán in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
32°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
33°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
31°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
90 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
14 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Yucatán?
May is a good month to be in Yucatán for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Yucatán runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2019, Yucatán reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Check out the climate of Yucatán for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Yucatán is based on weather data from Cancún. Other spots might have different weather.
Daily Temperature in May in Yucatán
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Yucatán, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Yucatán
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Yucatán, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in Yucatán.
Daily UV index in May in Yucatán
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Yucatán, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Yucatán over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Yucatán, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Yucatán over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Yucatán, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Yucatán
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Yucatán. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Yucatán by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Yucatán. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
