When talking about life in Merida, one detail that cannot be ignored is the weather in May. While Merida is a hot city for much of the year, May’s temperatures can soar to 35°C-40°C (95°F-104°F), creating discomfort even among lifelong locals.
Despite extreme temperatures, there are a couple of ways you can adjust your routine and your home to cope with the heat. Keep reading to learn about them.
Remember that once you live in Merida, you will be very close to the beach. An infallible plan is to visit a beach club on the Yucatecan coast, such as Progreso, San Bruno, Chicxulub, or Sisal. Cenotes are also a very refreshing alternative, and there are many you can swim or dive in just a few hours from Merida, like the Lol-Ha or X'Batun cenote.
If you prefer a more casual plan, high-end shopping malls such as La Isla, The Harbor, or Galerias are excellent shelters for hot afternoons. And as a local tip, during this season we recommend making plans “until the sun goes down” (something Yucatecans say a lot).
Plan your outings and outdoor workouts for after 6 p.m., when the sun begins to set. You and your friends will appreciate it!
Now, if you are just about to move to Merida and have the opportunity to build a home from scratch, consider these tips:
Are you worried about your first May living in Merida? This month is much more comfortable when you live in a gated community with premium residential lots where you can build a home designed to stay cool in the heat.
At Nest Seekers, we can help you find your new home in a residential community with luxury amenities such as a swimming pool, an air-conditioned clubhouse, and much more. We invite you to contact us and discover the best residential communities in northern Merida, the most exclusive area of the city.
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