May is a hot and sunny month, making it perfect for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, and diving. The calm waters and good visibility make these activities enjoyable, while the warm water temperatures make surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing popular as well. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
May marks the beginning of the low season in Cancun, and the crowds at Playa Ballenas start to thin out. The beach is generally less busy, and you can enjoy a more peaceful experience during this month.
The average maximum temperature in Playa Ballenas in May is 31°. The average maximum temperature is 30° in the previous month and 31° in the next month.
The average temperature in Playa Ballenas in May is 27°. The average temperature ranges is 26° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Playa Ballenas in May is 24°. The minimum temperature is 22° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Playa Ballenas in May are 13.1 and there are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Playa Ballenas in May is typically 13.1 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Playa Ballenas in May is 28° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Playa Ballenas in May is 17cm and on average there are 6.4 rainy days in May making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Playa Ballenas in May is 24° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 22° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Playa Ballenas in May is typically 90.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.5% in the previous month and 93.1% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Playa Ballenas in May is typically 75.3%. The average relative humidity is 73.9% in the previous month and 79.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Playa Ballenas in May is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 28kmh in the previous month and 27kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Playa Ballenas in May is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 15kmh in the previous month and 12kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Playa Ballenas in May is from the East-Southeast.
