End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Tulum in May
Tulum's warmest month brings highs averaging 87°F (31°C), lows of 77°F (25°C) and about 4.3 in (110 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 87°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (110 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What May feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 87°F (31°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Even at night it stays warm, around 77°F (25°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.3 in (110 mm).
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are January – April.
- Humidity season begins: 75% on average, up from 72% in April.
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in April to 69/100.
- Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 87°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tulum in May
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Hartwood
Wood-fired restaurant in the beach zone with a daily menu.
Why now May scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Community Tours Sian Ka'an
Mayan community-run tours floating through ancient canals at Muyil.
Why now Highs near 87°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cenote Dos Ojos
Connected cenotes famous for snorkeling and cave diving.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Tulum Archaeological Zone
Maya walled city on a cliff above the Caribbean.
Gran Cenote
Clear cenote with caverns for snorkeling and turtles.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 87°F.
Nearby in May
- Playa del Carmen in May~38 mi · highs 84°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bacalar in May~122 mi · highs 88°F, 5.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Tulum in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Tulum?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are January – April, at up to 89. Expect highs of 87°F (31°C) and 4.3 in (110 mm) of rain. Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tulum in May?
Average highs are 87°F (31°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulum in May?
Some: about 4.3 in (110 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1293 mm).
What should I pack for Tulum in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 87°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.3 in of rain).
Planning Tulum in May?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.