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Cuernavaca weather in May

Expect hot weather in Cuernavaca in May: afternoons reach about 29°C (85°F), while nights drop to around 14°C (57°F). Around 75 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as April and 4°C warmer than June.

What stands out in May

  • Just 50 km apart, but Cuernavaca runs about 4°C warmer than Xico this month.
  • Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 15°C apart.
  • Only one month is warmer in Cuernavaca than May.

Avg high

29°C

85°F

Avg low

14°C

57°F

Rainfall

75 mm

some rain

Humidity

52%

relative

Sky

51%

cloud · a mix of sun and cloud

Cuernavaca weather by month

Low → high °C Rain (mm)
Show the monthly averages as a table
Average monthly climate in Cuernavaca
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainHumidityCloud cover
January23°C / 73°F8°C / 46°F4 mm52%30%
February26°C / 78°F9°C / 49°F6 mm46%26%
March28°C / 82°F11°C / 51°F16 mm44%27%
April30°C / 85°F13°C / 55°F18 mm40%34%
May29°C / 85°F14°C / 57°F75 mm52%51%
June26°C / 78°F14°C / 57°F174 mm70%71%
July24°C / 74°F13°C / 56°F168 mm76%69%
August23°C / 74°F13°C / 56°F190 mm78%70%
September23°C / 73°F13°C / 55°F176 mm82%73%
October23°C / 74°F12°C / 53°F72 mm75%54%
November24°C / 74°F10°C / 50°F23 mm66%34%
December23°C / 74°F9°C / 48°F6 mm58%26%

What to pack for May

  • Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
  • A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
  • A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
  • Water-resistant shoes
Full season-by-season packing guide →

Is May a good time to visit Cuernavaca?

Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.

Best time to visit Cuernavaca →

Other Mexico cities in May

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Cuernavaca in May: quick answers

Is May a good time to visit Cuernavaca?

May is a reasonable time for Cuernavaca: highs around 29°C and about 75 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.

How warm is Cuernavaca in May?

Average highs are about 29°C (85°F) and average lows about 14°C (57°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in Cuernavaca in May?

Cuernavaca typically gets around 75 mm of rain in May — some rain.

Figures are long-term averages for the area around Cuernavaca (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.