Tampico weather in May (Tamaulipas, Mexico)

What should you pack for a trip to Tampico in May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Tampico generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 31°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 25°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Tampico in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 4 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 229 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, September tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tampico climate page with graphs.

 

Tampico, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Water Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 12%  

Precipitation 48 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 78%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 229 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mexico in May

Find out more about the weather in Mexico and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 26°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Tampico.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Mexico? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Mexico. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.