What is the weather like in Tulum in May?

Typical May temperatures in Tulum run about 89/75°F (high/low), with occasional showers.

When is the best time to visit Tulum?

December-April: dry skies and the clearest cenotes. For the best value, aim for Late April-May and November.

Weather, crowds, and prices — and whether May is your month.

Quick answer · Great value

Value returns as heat and first seaweed arrive. Expect highs around 89°F, occasional showers, moderate, and good value.

89/75°F

Typical high / low

Occasional showers

Rain

Moderate

Crowds

Good value

Prices

Best overall: December-April: dry skies and the clearest cenotes.
Best value: Late April-May and November.
Watch out for: September-October: hurricane peak; sargassum heaviest May-August some years.

Month	High/Low	Rain	Crowds	Prices
January	82/67°	Very little rain	Peak crowds	Peak prices
February	83/67°	Very little rain	Peak crowds	Peak prices
March	85/70°	Very little rain	Peak crowds	Peak prices
April	87/72°	Very little rain	Busy	Above average
May ←	89/75°	Occasional showers	Moderate	Good value
June	90/76°	Regular showers	Moderate	Good value
July	90/76°	Occasional showers	Busy	Above average
August	90/76°	Regular showers	Moderate	Good value
September	89/75°	Rainy season	Quiet	Lowest of the year
October	87/73°	Rainy season	Quiet	Lowest of the year
November	84/70°	Occasional showers	Moderate	Good value
December	82/68°	Very little rain	Peak crowds	Peak prices

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