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Houston weather in May

Long-run climate averages for Houston, TX in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

May at a glance

In May, Houston averages 84°F by day and 70°F at night. The wettest month is usually July.

May in Houston averages a daytime high of 84°F and an overnight low of 70°F, which reads as warm for this part of the world. Across the whole year Houston sees roughly 70 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Houston forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Houston weather by month

what to expect in Houston through the year

Here is Houston's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Houston by season.

Jan
63°
46°
Mild
Feb
70°
52°
Mild
Mar
75°
58°
Warm
Apr
78°
62°
Warm
May
84°
70°
Warm
Jun
92°
75°
Hot
Jul
92°
77°
Hot
Wettest
Aug
96°
79°
Hot
Sep
91°
74°
Hot
Oct
83°
65°
Warm
Nov
73°
57°
Warm
Dec
67°
51°
Mild

Common questions

How warm is Houston in May?
Houston averages a daytime high of 84°F in May, with overnight lows around 70°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is May a good time to visit Houston?
The most comfortable time to visit Houston is usually January, February, March and April, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Houston in May?
The wettest month in Houston is usually July. Across the year the city sees roughly 70 inches of precipitation.

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