Monthly climate guide
Mexico City weather in May
Expect warm weather in Mexico City in May: afternoons reach about 26°C (79°F), while nights drop to around 10°C (50°F). Around 61 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 3°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 16°C, so pack a layer.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Zócalo and Templo Mayor.
- Just 60 km apart, but Mexico City runs about 3°C cooler than Cuernavaca this month.
May is typically Mexico City's warmest month.
Avg high
26°C
79°F
Avg low
10°C
50°F
Rainfall
61 mm
some rain
Humidity
55%
relative
Sky
52%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Mexico City weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 66°F | 4°C / 39°F | 6 mm | 60% | 35% |
| February | 22°C / 71°F | 6°C / 42°F | 8 mm | 54% | 31% |
| March | 24°C / 75°F | 7°C / 44°F | 19 mm | 51% | 33% |
| April | 26°C / 79°F | 9°C / 48°F | 23 mm | 46% | 41% |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 10°C / 50°F | 61 mm | 55% | 52% |
| June | 23°C / 74°F | 11°C / 51°F | 141 mm | 70% | 68% |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 149 mm | 77% | 75% |
| August | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 155 mm | 79% | 73% |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 10°C / 49°F | 140 mm | 82% | 75% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 8°C / 46°F | 62 mm | 77% | 56% |
| November | 20°C / 68°F | 6°C / 43°F | 24 mm | 72% | 43% |
| December | 20°C / 68°F | 5°C / 42°F | 7 mm | 65% | 33% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Mexico City?
Our Mexico City guide recommends: March to May, in the dry season before the June–October rains, with warm days and cool evenings due to the altitude.
The city sits at over 2,200m altitude — take it easy on your first day or two, especially with alcohol or strenuous activity.
Best time to visit Mexico City →Other Mexico cities in May
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Mexico City in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Mexico City?
May is a reasonable time for Mexico City: highs around 26°C and about 61 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Mexico City in May?
Average highs are about 26°C (79°F) and average lows about 10°C (50°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Mexico City in May?
Mexico City typically gets around 61 mm of rain in May — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Mexico City?
March to May, in the dry season before the June–October rains, with warm days and cool evenings due to the altitude.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Mexico City (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.