Average weather for Tulum in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Tulum with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 14°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Tulum with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 10°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 24°C, with nights around 12°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 Tulum is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 55 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Tulum in May |
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22°C | 22°C | |
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24°C | 28°C | |
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19°C | -5°C | |
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55 mm | 105 mm | |
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12 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Tulum?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Tulum. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2015, Tulum reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Tulum
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Tulum, 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 Tulum
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Tulum, 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 12 days of precipitation in Tulum.
Daily UV index in May in Tulum
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Tulum, 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 Tulum over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Tulum, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Tulum over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Tulum, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Tulum
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tulum. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Tulum by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tulum. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.