Nuevo León Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nuevo León, Mexico in May.

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Monterrey Montemorelos Santiago La Cáscara

Planning a journey to Nuevo León, Mexico this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Nuevo León in May

Nuevo León, Mexico is a region in Mexico. May in Nuevo León generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Santiago at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Montemorelos at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Montemorelos and 17°C (63°F) in Santiago. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in Nuevo León, Mexico, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Monterrey with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to high rainfall in Santiago with 147 mm (5.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Monterrey typically receives 192 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Nuevo León in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nuevo León

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Nuevo León, Mexico?

Temperature range in Nuevo León (May)

Precipitation variation in Nuevo León (May)

Monterrey

In May Monterrey generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
192 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Monterrey →

Montemorelos

In May Montemorelos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
192 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Montemorelos →

Santiago

In May Santiago generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
192 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Santiago →

La Cáscara

In May La Cáscara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
192 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in La Cáscara →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nuevo León in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Monterrey 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Montemorelos 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Santiago 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
La Cáscara 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)

Nuevo León weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nuevo León, Mexico in May?

In May, Nuevo León, Mexico generally has tolerable weather conditions. Monterrey sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Nuevo León, Mexico in May?

Average temperatures in Nuevo León, Mexico during May range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Monterrey.

Does Nuevo León, Mexico get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Nuevo León, Mexico during May, with Monterrey averaging close to 86 mm (3.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Nuevo León, Mexico?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Monterrey, May might be a good time to visit Nuevo León, Mexico.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Monterrey. In contrast, July, August and September tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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