May · Guatemala
Best time to visit Semuc Champey in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Semuc Champey in May
Average temperature 26°C, 192 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.0/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 192 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Semuc Champey scores 6.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 192 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Semuc Champey is a limestone bridge in Guatemala, with turquoise pools above a river rushing through a cave.
May in Semuc Champey — workable with trade-offs
Days in May average 26°C (79°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
192 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Semuc Champey — 2.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Semuc Champey in May?
- In May, Semuc Champey averages 26°C, 192 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Semuc Champey?
- May earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Semuc Champey in May?
- Expect about 192 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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