May · Mexico
Best time to visit Guanajuato in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guanajuato in May
Average temperature 24°C, 26 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 35% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.1/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 26 mm
- Humidity
- 35%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Guanajuato scores 9.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 26 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guanajuato's candy-coloured houses, tunnels and mummy museum fill a ravine in Mexico's silver country.
May ranks 8th of 12 for Guanajuato — one of the best windows
At 24°C (74°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
With around 26 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Guanajuato at 9.1/10 (8th of 12), just behind February at 9.8/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guanajuato in May?
- In May, Guanajuato averages 24°C, 26 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Guanajuato?
- May earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guanajuato in May?
- Expect about 26 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 35% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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