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Guadalajara in May
Guadalajara's warmest month brings highs averaging 92°F (33°C), lows of 63°F (17°C) and about 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 74/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 92°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 1.1 in (28 mm)
- Humidity
- 39%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What May feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 92°F (33°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 63°F (17°C), about 16°C (29°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 39% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 1.1 in (28 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 34%.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are October – March.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: June brings 5.9 in (149 mm).
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in April to 74/100.
- Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 92°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 63°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Guadalajara in May
Afternoons run hot (92°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Alcalde
Chef Paco Ruano's modern Mexican tasting menus, ranked among Latin America's best.
Why now A break from 92°F afternoons.
La Fuente
Cantina open since 1921, with old regulars and live music, steps from the cathedral.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Hospicio Cabañas
UNESCO-listed 19th-century orphanage holding José Clemente Orozco's fire-themed murals.
Guachimontones
Circular stepped pyramids of the Teuchitlán culture, unique in Mesoamerica.
Karne Garibaldi
Fast-service institution for carne en su jugo, beef stewed in its own broth with beans.
Nearby in May
- Tequila in May~35 mi · highs 96°F, 0.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Puerto Vallarta in May~121 mi · highs 100°F, 0.4 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
- Mexico City in May~287 mi · highs 82°F, 2.2 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Guadalajara in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Guadalajara?
It's middling, scoring 74/100. The best months are October – March, at up to 100. Expect highs of 92°F (33°C) and 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain. Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Guadalajara in May?
Average highs are 92°F (33°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Guadalajara in May?
Not much: about 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.6 in (802 mm).
What should I pack for Guadalajara in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 92°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 63°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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