May · Mexico
Best time to visit Guadalajara in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guadalajara in May
Average temperature 25°C, 6 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 34% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.3/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 6 mm
- Humidity
- 34%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Guadalajara scores 8.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 6 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guadalajara pairs a colonial center and Orozco's murals with mariachi bars, Tlaquepaque workshops, and the tequila distilleries to the west.
May in Guadalajara: strong conditions, 8th of 12
At 25°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
At just 6 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.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Guadalajara — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guadalajara in May?
- In May, Guadalajara averages 25°C, 6 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Guadalajara?
- May earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guadalajara in May?
- Expect about 6 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 34% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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