May Weather in Houston

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Houston, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (77°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 14°C (58°F). Typically, the humidity level in Houston throughout May hovers around 79%.

14°C (58°F)

Minimum temperature

25°C (77°F)

Average temperature

33°C (91°F)

Maximum temperature

79%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Houston averages 176 mm (6.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 39 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 59 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 29% probability of sunny days during this period.

176 mm (6.9 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 59 minutes

Sunshine hours

29%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Houston reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 6 8 11 12 11 9 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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