Cancún in May
May in Cancún brings highs around 92°F (33°C), lows near 75°F and about 6 rainy days. The sun sets around 7:18 pm. The sea is about 82°F (28°C). It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter.
Photo: Luka Peternel, CC BY-SA 4.0
What May is good for in Cancún
Each activity rated for May's weather and sea.
Great now SnorkelingGreat in May
Great now Scuba divingGreat in May
Boat toursGood in May
Catamaran toursGood in May
Sunset cruisesGood in May
Cooking classesAny month
Helicopter toursFair in May
Zipline toursOff season in May
Day tripsOff season in May
ATV toursOff season in May
Food toursOff season in May
Private toursOff season in May
May next to April and June
| Month | April | May | June |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 90°F (32°C) | 92°F (33°C) | 92°F (34°C) |
| Low | 72°F (22°C) | 75°F (24°C) | 76°F (25°C) |
| Rainy days | 3 | 6 | 10 |
| Sea | 81°F | 82°F | 83°F |
| Sunset | 7:06 pm | 7:18 pm | 7:30 pm |
| Daylight | 12 h 37 min | 13 h 09 min | 13 h 25 min |
Averages for Cancún, 1991–2020; sunrise and sunset on the 15th. Cancún water temperature by month.
Tours in Cancún
Guided tour to Chichén Itzá from CANCÚN.From $24View 
Waverunner in Cancun without TransportationFrom $80View 
Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboatFrom $56View
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Questions
Is May a good time to visit Cancún?
It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter. The most comfortable months overall are January, February, March and December.
How hot is Cancún in May?
Average highs are about 92°F (33°C) and lows about 75°F (24°C).
Does it rain much in Cancún in May?
May averages 6 rainy days, against 15 in the wettest month.
How warm is the sea in Cancún in May?
About 82°F (28°C). Warm enough for long swims and snorkeling.
