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Monterrey in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Monterrey in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Monterrey in May 2026

Good Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
Weather for Monterrey in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +32°C during the day, and approximately 7 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 16 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 58 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+32°C
Avg. max. temperature
+8°C
Min.
+44°C
Max.
58 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Monterrey has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Monterrey in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Monterrey for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +30°C with a maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +16°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 26% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +35°C to +30°C.

Is Monterrey warm or cold in May?

Monterrey is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +30°C to +32°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +17°C to +20°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Monterrey:

Climate in Monterrey in May

Monterrey weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+30°C+32°C+34°C
Min. temperature
+4°C+8°C+15°C
Max. temperature
+42°C+44°C+43°C
Rainfall
46 mm58 mm39 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
64%69%67%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1010 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
8710
Cloudy days
988
Rainy days
121612
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +30°C to +32°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 46 mm to 58 mm. Humidity rises from 64% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in April to 7 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Monterrey in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Monterrey is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Monterrey based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 48 mm, with a 45% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
May is one of the rainiest months in Monterrey, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Monterrey wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 53% chance of precipitation and 150 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 36% chance of precipitation and 30 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Monterrey?

This is the weather in Monterrey in May 2024:
1 May
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+35°C
2 May
☁️
+32°C
3 May
☁️
+27°C
4 May
☁️
+28°C
5 May
☁️
+34°C
6 May
☀️
+34°C
7 May
☁️
+34°C
8 May
☁️
+30°C
9 May
☀️
+29°C
10 May
☀️
+31°C
11 May
☀️
+34°C
12 May
☀️
+32°C
13 May
🌧️
+27°C
14 May
🌧️
+21°C
15 May
☁️
+29°C
16 May
☁️
+28°C
17 May
☀️
+30°C
18 May
☀️
+29°C
19 May
☁️
+31°C
20 May
☁️
+30°C
21 May
🌧️
+28°C
22 May
☁️
+29°C
23 May
☀️
+31°C
24 May
☀️
+29°C
25 May
☀️
+30°C
26 May
☀️
+30°C
27 May
☁️
+29°C
28 May
☁️
+31°C
29 May
☁️
+30°C
30 May
☀️
+32°C
31 May
☀️
+30°C
In May 2024 Monterrey had 14 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +30°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 22%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 4 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Monterrey climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Monterrey in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+26°C) and the highest in 2011 (+30°C). The driest year was 2011 with only 164 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3006 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Monterrey in May:

Is May a good time to visit Monterrey?

May is a really good time to go to Monterrey. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Monterrey.

Can you sunbathe in Monterrey in May?

Absolutely, May is hot in Monterrey. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Monterrey rainy in May?

Monterrey is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Monterrey in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Monterrey in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Monterrey

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Monterrey, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.