May · Mexico
Best time to visit Zacatecas in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Zacatecas in May
Average temperature 23°C, 24 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 31% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.5/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 24 mm
- Humidity
- 31%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Zacatecas scores 9.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 23°C, 24 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Zacatecas climbs silver-mining hills with a pink-stone centre, cable car over town, and baroque churches. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
May in Zacatecas — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)
At 23°C (73°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
With around 24 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Zacatecas at 9.5/10 (6th of 12), just behind October at 9.8/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Zacatecas in May?
- In May, Zacatecas averages 23°C, 24 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Zacatecas?
- May earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Zacatecas in May?
- Expect about 24 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 31% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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