May · Mexico
Best time to visit Cancun in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
9.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Sunny days
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Cancun scores 9.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 29°C, 42 mm of rain, and roughly 31 sunny days this month.
Cancún’s Caribbean shores and reef excursions shine in the dry winter months from January through March.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cancun in May?
- In May, Cancun averages 29°C, 42 mm of rain, and about 31 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Cancun?
- May earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cancun in May?
- Expect about 42 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 31 sunny days.
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