Monthly climate guide
Monterrey weather in May
With highs near 30°C (86°F) and lows around 15°C (59°F), May feels hot in Monterrey. Rainfall averages about 45 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as April and about the same as June.
What stands out in May
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 15°C apart.
- May brings late spring to Monterrey.
- Just 180 km apart, but Monterrey runs about 5°C cooler than Monclova this month.
May is typically Monterrey's warmest month.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
15°C
59°F
Rainfall
45 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
55%
relative
Sky
46%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Monterrey weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 67°F | 4°C / 40°F | 18 mm | 57% | 47% |
| February | 23°C / 73°F | 7°C / 44°F | 13 mm | 51% | 44% |
| March | 25°C / 77°F | 9°C / 49°F | 32 mm | 50% | 45% |
| April | 29°C / 84°F | 12°C / 54°F | 22 mm | 45% | 45% |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 15°C / 59°F | 45 mm | 55% | 46% |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 16°C / 60°F | 58 mm | 61% | 42% |
| July | 29°C / 85°F | 16°C / 60°F | 63 mm | 62% | 45% |
| August | 30°C / 85°F | 16°C / 60°F | 47 mm | 63% | 37% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 59°F | 126 mm | 71% | 50% |
| October | 26°C / 78°F | 12°C / 53°F | 33 mm | 67% | 34% |
| November | 22°C / 72°F | 8°C / 47°F | 26 mm | 65% | 42% |
| December | 21°C / 69°F | 6°C / 42°F | 19 mm | 58% | 46% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Monterrey?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Monterrey →Other Mexico cities in May
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Monterrey in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Monterrey?
May is a reasonable time for Monterrey: highs around 30°C and about 45 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Monterrey in May?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 15°C (59°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Monterrey in May?
Monterrey typically gets around 45 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Monterrey (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.