Tamaulipas Weather in May

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

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Planning a journey to Tamaulipas, 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 Tamaulipas in May

Tamaulipas, Mexico is a region in Mexico. May in Tamaulipas generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C (86°F) in Ciudad Madero to 34°C (93°F) in Nuevo Laredo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Nuevo Laredo and 25°C (77°F) in Ciudad Madero. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tamaulipas, Mexico, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ciudad Madero with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Nuevo Laredo with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Tampico sees around 229 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Tamaulipas 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 Tamaulipas

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

Temperature range in Tamaulipas (May)

Precipitation variation in Tamaulipas (May)

Tampico

In May Tampico generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
229 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Tampico →

Ciudad Madero

In May Ciudad Madero generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
229 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ciudad Madero →

Reynosa

In May Reynosa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Reynosa →

Matamoros

In May Matamoros generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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)
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
267 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Matamoros →

Ciudad Victoria

In May Ciudad Victoria generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ciudad Victoria →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tampico 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Ciudad Madero 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Reynosa 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Matamoros 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Ciudad Victoria 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Nuevo Laredo 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

Tamaulipas weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tamaulipas, Mexico in May?

May in Tamaulipas, Mexico brings tolerable weather. In Tampico, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Tamaulipas, Mexico in May?

In Tampico, the average daytime high in May is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Tamaulipas, Mexico get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tamaulipas, Mexico during May, with Tampico averaging close to 48 mm (1.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tamaulipas, Mexico?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Tampico, May might be a good time to visit Tamaulipas, Mexico.

On average, the best time to visit Tamaulipas, Mexico is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Tampico. On the other hand, the weather in September tends to be poor.

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