May · Mexico
Best time to visit Palenque Ruins in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Palenque Ruins in May
Average temperature 32°C, 62 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 56% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.9/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 32°C
- Rainfall
- 62 mm
- Humidity
- 56%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Palenque Ruins scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 32°C, 62 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Palenque is a Maya city of temples and palaces rising out of the jungle in Chiapas, southern Mexico.
May in Palenque Ruins: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in May average 32°C (89°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 62 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.8 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 5.9/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 6.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Palenque Ruins in May?
- In May, Palenque Ruins averages 32°C, 62 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Palenque Ruins?
- May earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Palenque Ruins in May?
- Expect about 62 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 56% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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