May · Guatemala
Best time to visit Tikal in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tikal in May
Average temperature 30°C, 80 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.2/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 30°C
- Rainfall
- 80 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Tikal scores 6.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 30°C, 80 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tikal's Maya pyramids rise above the Petén rainforest, with toucans and howler monkeys around them.
May in Tikal — workable with trade-offs
Days in May average 30°C (85°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 80 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.8 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.2/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 7.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tikal in May?
- In May, Tikal averages 30°C, 80 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Tikal?
- May earns a 6.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tikal in May?
- Expect about 80 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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