May · Mexico
Best time to visit Cabo Pulmo in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cabo Pulmo in May
Average temperature 26°C, 4 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 54% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
10.0/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 4 mm
- Humidity
- 54%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Cabo Pulmo scores 10.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 26°C, 4 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cabo Pulmo protects a living Gulf reef-snorkel and dive days in a small East Cape village setting. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
May in Cabo Pulmo — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
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.
At just 4 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Cabo Pulmo at 10/10 (2nd of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cabo Pulmo in May?
- In May, Cabo Pulmo averages 26°C, 4 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 10.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Cabo Pulmo?
- May earns a 10.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cabo Pulmo in May?
- Expect about 4 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 54% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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