When to go
Houston in May
In May, Houston averages daytime highs of 30°C and night-time lows of 19°C, with about 119 mm of rain over the month. That makes May the 5th warmest and the 4th wettest month of the year here. The most comfortable months are usually February, March and April.
- Average high
- 30°C
- Average low
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 119 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
Climate
Houston weather through the year
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 16 | 18 | 22 | 26 | 30 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 32 | 28 | 22 | 17 |
| Low °C | 5 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 19 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 21 | 15 | 10 | 6 |
| Rain mm | 89 | 69 | 85 | 87 | 119 | 126 | 110 | 125 | 118 | 128 | 94 | 96 |
Where to stay
Popular hotels in Houston
Sheraton North Houston at George Bush Intercontinental
★★★★Hotels21 km from centre
7.4
Good
Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental
★★★★Hotels25 km from centre
9.0
Exceptional
Houston Marriott North
★★★★Hotels20 km from centre
8.5
Excellent
Sonesta Hotel Houston IAH Airport
★★★★Hotels20 km from centre
7.6
Good
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Intercontinental Airport
★★★Hotels21 km from centre
8.3
Very good
Hilton Houston North
★★★★Hotels21 km from centre
8.2
Very good
FAQ
Houston in May: questions
Is May a good time to visit Houston?
May is not among the most comfortable months in Houston; February, March and April are usually better. Expect highs around 30°C and 119 mm of rain (NASA climate averages, 2001–2020).
How hot is Houston in May?
The average daytime high in Houston in May is 30°C and the average low is 19°C.
Does it rain in Houston in May?
Houston gets about 119 mm of rain in May on average, making it the 4th wettest month. Average humidity is 74%.
How much are hotels in Houston in May?
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