May is a hot and dry time for sunbathing in Texas. May is an excellent month for swimming in Texas with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Texas in the months of May, June, August, October, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in Texas in May is 29°. The average maximum temperature is 27° in the previous month and 32° in the next month.
The average temperature in Texas in May is 26°. The average temperature ranges is 23° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Texas in May is 23°. The minimum temperature is 20° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Texas in May are 13.5 and there are 7.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Texas in May is typically 12 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Texas in May is 25.5° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Texas in May is 9.9cm and on average there are 6.8 rainy days in May making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Texas in May is 22° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 20° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Texas in May is typically 90.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.1% in the previous month and 89.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Texas in May is typically 77.5%. The average relative humidity is 76.6% in the previous month and 76.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Texas in May is typically 35kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 37kmh in the previous month and 33kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Texas in May is typically 22kmh. The average wind speed is 23kmh in the previous month and 20kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Texas in May is from the South East.
