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MexicoThe weather in May in Zihuatanejo
It's hot in May in Zihuatanejo 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 21°C and 26°C.
May is a good month to be in Zihuatanejo for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Zihuatanejo, Mexico. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2015, Zihuatanejo reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 36 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Zihuatanejo
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Zihuatanejo. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Zihuatanejo | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 36 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Zihuatanejo with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 33°C, with nights around 26°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Zihuatanejo is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Zihuatanejo, Mexico. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Zihuatanejo
Temperature in May in Zihuatanejo over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Zihuatanejo, Mexico. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Zihuatanejo
Total precipitation in May in Zihuatanejo over the years
Daily UV index in May in Zihuatanejo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Zihuatanejo, 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.
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Average weather in Zihuatanejo by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zihuatanejo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.