Acapulco weather in May
May in Acapulco: sweltering, dry — an excellent time to visit.
#7 of 12 months in Acapulco · #216 of 604 destinations to visit in May · comfort 84/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Acapulco climate normals — May
| Daytime high | 33°C / 91°F | 🔥 sweltering |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 24°C / 76°F | |
| Feels like (high) | 37°C / 99°F | |
| Rainfall | 18 mm / 0.7 in | ☀️ dry |
| Rainy days | 3 days | |
| Humidity | 72% | 💧 humid |
| Dew point | 23°C / 73°F | |
| Sunshine | 11.9 h/day | |
| Daylight | 12.9 h | |
| Wind | 13 km/h / 8 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 61 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Acapulco in May — FAQ
- Is May a good time to visit Acapulco?
- May in Acapulco: sweltering, dry — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #7 of 12 months for Acapulco on SeasonMap's comfort score (84/100).
- What is the weather like in Acapulco in May?
- In May, Acapulco averages a daily high of 32.5°C and a low of 24.3°C, with about 17.8 mm of rain over roughly 3.4 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Acapulco in May?
- Acapulco has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 61 in May.