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Houston Weather in May, USA

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  • What is Average Temperature?
    The average high temperature and the average low temperature for that month, on a daily basis, divided by 2 equals the average temperature for that month

    Temperature

    25°C
    77°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    High Temperature

    29°C
    84°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    Low Temperature

    21°C
    70°F
  • What are Average Daily Sunshine Hours?
    Total sunshine hours for the month, divided by the number of days in the month. Sunshine hours are taken with a sunshine recorder, either a Campbell-Stokes recorder or an Eppley Pyreheliometer

    Sunshine Hours

    9 hours
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall Days

    8 days
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall

    130 mm

May, 2024

Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
1 Avg 25º 77º
Thu
2 Avg 23º 73º
Fri
3 Avg 22º 72º
Sat
4 Avg 23º 73º
5 Avg 23º 73º
6 Avg 24º 75º
7 Avg 26º 79º
8 Avg 25º 77º
9 Avg 25º 77º
10 Avg 25º 77º
11 Avg 26º 79º
12 Avg 25º 77º
13 Avg 24º 75º
14 Avg 23º 73º
15 Avg 22º 72º
16 Avg 25º 77º
17 Avg 25º 77º
18 Avg 24º 75º
19 Avg 25º 77º
20 Avg 26º 79º
21 Avg 27º 81º
22 Avg 27º 81º
23 Avg 27º 81º
24 Avg 27º 81º
25 Avg 27º 81º
26 Avg 27º 81º
27 Avg 26º 79º
28 Avg 27º 81º
29 Avg 28º 82º
30 Avg 28º 82º
31 Avg 28º 82º
Forecast
Avg Historical Daily Average

May in Houston means the last month of spring, so the weather tends to be similiar to that experienced in March and April.

Although the weather for this month rarely reaches extreme levels of heat, you can expect warm weather if you travel to Houston in May.

You may also see the thunderstorms common in this area for this time of year.

The average daily temperature in this month is at its hottest yet, at 28°C, dropping to an average minimum temperature of 19°C.

Long, sunny days are also beginning to start in May, with an average expectation of 8 hours of sunshine per day throughout this month.

Once again, there is a greater expectation of rain in May in Houston, compared to the preceding spring months, with an average rainfall of 130 mm over 8 days expected.

Once again, May is a busy month for Houston, and there are a wide range of festivals and events going on throughout thi smonth that you can partake in if visiting the area at this time of the year.

Classic car enthusiasts will enjoy Keels & Wheels, the largest collection of classic cars and wooden boats in America.

For other types of cars, the Texas Truck & SUV Show showcases everything from the cars to the accompanying accessories, and is great if you're an enthusiast or simply looking to buy.

Enjoy a bit of tipple at Tour de Champagne. The gala, thrown to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, sees 20 different chamagne houses, as well as local chefs and top models all getting involved.

Houston Greek Fest celebrates Greek culture, with fun for all the family, food and dancing all on offer.

The Clear Lake Greek Festival is another chance for people to enjoy all the culture of Greece whilst in Houston, held over Mother's day weekend.

There's a chance to win $1 million dollars at the Kentucky Derby Celebration.

An annual Mexican holiday held on May 5th is the Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Festivities include music, dancers and a parade to celbrate the anniversary of the Mexican defeat of the French.