Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Todos Santos in May
Todos Santos warms up: highs climb to 91°F (33°C), from 87°F in April, with lows of 68°F (20°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 74/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 91°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 68°F (20°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 47%
- Cloud cover
- 40%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 08 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What May feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 91°F (33°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 68°F (20°C), about 13°C (23°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are November – March.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in April to 74/100.
- Our Los Cabos, Todos Santos & La Paz route recommends Nov – Apr, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 91°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 68°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Todos Santos in May
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
La Esquina
Open-air café and juice bar near the beach, a casual gathering spot.
Why now May scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Playa La Pastora
Long empty Pacific beach and surf break north of town, good for walks and whales offshore.
Why now Highs near 91°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Playa Los Cerritos
Sheltered Pacific beach with beginner surf, board rentals and beach bars.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Historic Centre
Pueblo Mágico of adobe buildings, galleries and the mission church around the plaza.
Why now A break from 91°F afternoons.
Sea Turtle Release at Playa Las Playitas
Local conservation group releases hatchlings at sunset in season.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 91°F.
Nearby in May
- Los Cabos in May~41 mi · highs 79°F, 0.0 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- La Paz in May~48 mi · highs 88°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~275 m to Todos Santos's ~29 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.
Todos Santos in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Todos Santos?
It's middling, scoring 74/100. The best months are November – March, at up to 94. Expect highs of 91°F (33°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Los Cabos, Todos Santos & La Paz route recommends Nov – Apr, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Todos Santos in May?
Average highs are 91°F (33°C) and average lows 68°F (20°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Todos Santos in May?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.4 in (263 mm).
What should I pack for Todos Santos in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 91°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 68°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Todos Santos in May?
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