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Tequila in May
Tequila's warmest month brings highs averaging 96°F (36°C), lows of 63°F (17°C) and about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 63/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 96°F (36°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (18 mm)
- Humidity
- 41%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~13 h
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What May feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 96°F (36°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 63°F (17°C), about 19°C (34°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (18 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 34%.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are October – February.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: June brings 5.7 in (145 mm).
- Comfort slips from 70/100 in April to 63/100.
- Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes96°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 63°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tequila in May
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Museo Nacional del Tequila
Small museum on the history of tequila production, a block from the plaza.
Why now A break from 96°F afternoons.
La Capilla
Cantina dating from 1940 where Don Javier created the batanga.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Casa Sauza
Sauza distillery tours with a visit to its agave fields and gardens.
Agave Landscape
UNESCO-listed blue agave fields and old haciendas between Tequila and Amatitán.
Why now May scores 63/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
José Cuervo Express
Weekend train from Guadalajara to Tequila or Amatitán with tastings on board.
Nearby in May
- Guadalajara in May~35 mi · highs 92°F, 1.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Puerto Vallarta in May~91 mi · highs 100°F, 0.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,532 m to Tequila's ~1,196 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Tequila in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Tequila?
It's middling, scoring 63/100. The best months are October – February, at up to 98. Expect highs of 96°F (36°C) and 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain. Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tequila in May?
Average highs are 96°F (36°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tequila in May?
Not much: about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.7 in (856 mm).
What should I pack for Tequila in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (96°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 63°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Tequila in May?
Share this May plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.