May · Mexico
Best time to visit San José del Cabo in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in San José del Cabo in May
Average temperature 23°C, 4 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
10.0/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 4 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in San José del Cabo scores 10.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 23°C, 4 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
San José del Cabo is the quieter Cape twin-art district, estuary walks, and desert-meets-sea evenings. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
May: the best month of the year in San José del Cabo
May averages 23°C (74°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 4 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight to work with.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for San José del Cabo at 10/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on peak pricing, with 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 San José del Cabo in May?
- In May, San José del Cabo averages 23°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 San José del Cabo?
- 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 San José del Cabo in May?
- Expect about 4 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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