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Veracruz weather in May

May in Veracruz is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 34°C (93°F) and night-time lows near 25°C (76°F). The month usually brings about 82 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as April and 2°C warmer than June.

What stands out in May

  • Veracruz is usually about 4°C warmer than Xalapa, 90 km away, in May.
  • Even after dark it stays around 25°C, so sleeping can feel warm.

May is typically Veracruz's warmest month.

Avg high

34°C

93°F

Avg low

25°C

76°F

Rainfall

82 mm

some rain

Humidity

69%

relative

Sky

56%

cloud · often cloudy

Veracruz weather by month

Low → high °C Rain (mm)
Show the monthly averages as a table
Average monthly climate in Veracruz
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainHumidityCloud cover
January25°C / 78°F18°C / 64°F43 mm78%60%
February28°C / 82°F19°C / 66°F20 mm75%51%
March31°C / 87°F21°C / 69°F39 mm70%48%
April34°C / 93°F23°C / 74°F38 mm65%50%
May34°C / 93°F25°C / 76°F82 mm69%56%
June32°C / 89°F25°C / 77°F242 mm78%62%
July30°C / 86°F25°C / 76°F239 mm81%59%
August30°C / 87°F25°C / 76°F283 mm82%57%
September30°C / 85°F25°C / 76°F318 mm84%67%
October28°C / 83°F23°C / 73°F190 mm83%58%
November26°C / 80°F20°C / 69°F102 mm83%55%
December26°C / 78°F19°C / 66°F40 mm81%53%

What to pack for May

  • Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
  • A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
  • Water-resistant shoes
Full season-by-season packing guide →

Is May a good time to visit Veracruz?

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

Best time to visit Veracruz →

Other Mexico cities in May

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Veracruz in May: quick answers

Is May a good time to visit Veracruz?

It can be, if you like heat: May highs in Veracruz are around 34°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.

How warm is Veracruz in May?

Average highs are about 34°C (93°F) and average lows about 25°C (76°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in Veracruz in May?

Veracruz typically gets around 82 mm of rain in May — some rain.

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