Late spring · Weather & things to do
Texas Hill Country in May
The year's rain peaks now, with about 4.3 in (109 mm) falling in Texas Hill Country, alongside highs near 85°F (30°C) and lows of 63°F (17°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 72/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (109 mm)
- Humidity
- 68%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What May feels like
Warm afternoons near 85°F (30°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.3 in (109 mm).
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are February – April and October – December.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, April – June.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 in April to 72/100.
- Our San Antonio & the Texas Hill Country route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — May falls outside it.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 63°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Texas Hill Country in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park
LBJ's ranch on the Pedernales, with the Texas White House, his birthplace and family cemetery on a self-driven tour.
Why now May scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Blanco County Courthouse
Limestone 1916 courthouse on Johnson City's square, outlined in lights and decorated for the season.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Fredericksburg Brewing Company
Texas's oldest brewpub, open since 1994 in a historic building on Main Street, with German-style beers.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Pink granite dome rising about 130 m above the hills north of Fredericksburg; the summit trail is a steep 1 km climb.
Main Street Fredericksburg
Long main street of 19th-century limestone storefronts with boutiques, bakeries and wine-tasting rooms.
Nearby in May
- Austin in May~55 mi · highs 87°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- San Antonio in May~58 mi · highs 89°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Downtown Houston in May~200 mi · highs 87°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Dallas in May~206 mi · highs 84°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Texas Hill Country in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Texas Hill Country?
It's middling, scoring 72/100. The best months are February – April and October – December, at up to 93. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain.
How hot is Texas Hill Country in May?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Texas Hill Country in May?
Some: about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.6 in (777 mm).
What should I pack for Texas Hill Country in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 63°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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