Tulum · SpringMonth summary
Tulum weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
26°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
52% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (8.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Tulum in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Tulum in May: 30°C and 12.0h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Tulum in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Start of sea turtle nesting season — nighttime nesting on beaches Spring marks the start of the good season in Tulum. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 52% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.5/10) 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 | 27°C | 47% | 2.2 | 10.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 23°C | 28°C | 42% | 1.6 | 10.3h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 24°C | 28°C | 34% | 1.3 | 11.3h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 25°C | 30°C | 31% | 1.5 | 11.8h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 26°C | 30°C | 52% | 3.3 | 12.0h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ June | 26°C | 30°C | 70% | 8.3 | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 26°C | 31°C | 52% | 3.0 | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ August | 26°C | 31°C | 66% | 5.4 | 11.8h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ September | 25°C | 31°C | 74% | 5.8 | 11.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ October | 24°C | 30°C | 68% | 6.3 | 10.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 23°C | 28°C | 48% | 3.6 | 10.3h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 22°C | 28°C | 49% | 2.5 | 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, Tulum averages 30°C, 52% rainy days and 12.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.6/10.
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Comparison
May vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 8.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -2°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -18%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Tulum in May
Is May a good time to visit Tulum?
May is an excellent time to visit Tulum (score 7.6/10). With 30°C, 12.0h of sunshine and 52% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Does it rain a lot in Tulum in May?
Yes, 52% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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