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United StatesThe weather in May in South Padre Island
It's hot in May in South Padre Island with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 26°C.
May is a good month to be in South Padre Island for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for South Padre Island, Texas. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2022, South Padre Island reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at South Padre Island is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 89 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for South Padre Island
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in South Padre Island. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| South Padre Island | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 89 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in South Padre Island with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 32°C, with nights around 24°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in South Padre Island is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
The hurricane season in South Padre Island runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in South Padre Island, Texas. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in South Padre Island
Temperature in May in South Padre Island over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in South Padre Island, Texas. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in South Padre Island
Total precipitation in May in South Padre Island over the years
Daily UV index in May in South Padre Island
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in South Padre Island, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in South Padre Island by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for South Padre Island. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.