May · Mexico
Best time to visit Monterrey in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Monterrey in May
Average temperature 24°C, 49 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 50% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.8/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 50%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Monterrey scores 8.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 49 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Monterrey is Mexico’s northern industrial capital framed by Cerro de la Silla-mountain parks and a modern business core. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
May in Monterrey — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)
At 24°C (74°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Budget for roughly 49 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.3 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Monterrey at 8.8/10 (6th of 12), just behind March at 9.9/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Monterrey in May?
- In May, Monterrey averages 24°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Monterrey?
- May earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Monterrey in May?
- Expect about 49 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 50% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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