Cancún · SpringMonth summary
Cancún weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
44% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.7/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (8.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Cancún in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 30°C.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.7/10). March scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Cancún in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Water at 29°C and lively beaches — May is peak swimming season in Cancún Spring marks the start of the good season in Cancún. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 44% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.6/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 22°C | 26°C | 45% | 2.6 | 9.9h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 23°C | 27°C | 37% | 1.7 | 10.2h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 23°C | 28°C | 30% | 1.2 | 11.2h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 24°C | 29°C | 25% | 1.3 | 11.7h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 25°C | 30°C | 44% | 2.8 | 12.0h | 7.7/10 |
| ⛅ June | 26°C | 30°C | 64% | 6.5 | 12.1h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 26°C | 31°C | 53% | 3.1 | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ August | 26°C | 31°C | 66% | 4.3 | 11.8h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ September | 25°C | 31°C | 75% | 6.0 | 11.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ October | 24°C | 30°C | 70% | 5.8 | 10.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 23°C | 28°C | 52% | 3.6 | 10.2h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 23°C | 27°C | 45% | 2.6 | 9.9h | 7.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Cancún averages 30°C, 44% rainy days and 12.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.7/10.
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Comparison
May vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 8.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -2°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -14%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Cancún in May
Is May a good time to visit Cancún?
May is an excellent time to visit Cancún (score 7.7/10). With 30°C, 12.0h of sunshine and 44% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Cancún in May?
With 30°C max and 12.0h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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