Corpus Christi weather in May

May in Corpus Christi averages 87°F by day and 71°F at night, with 3.4 inches of precipitation. It is the 5th-warmest and 3rd-wettest month of the year here.

Corpus ChristiTexasPop. 317,247
Average high
87°F+5° vs April
Average low
71°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.4 in4 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in10 days at 90°F+

Is May a good time to visit Corpus Christi?

May is hot. Average highs reach 87°F, with about 10 days at 90°F or more. The most comfortable months overall are October to April.

On May 15 the sun rises at 6:40 am and sets at 8:11 pm, giving 13h 31m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Corpus Christi in May

  • Summer clothes, with a light layer for air conditioning

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

May nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Corpus Christi87°F71°F3.4 in
Edinburg, TX102 mi93°F71°F2.5 in
Mission, TX116 mi90°F70°F1.9 in
McAllen, TX118 mi93°F74°F2.0 in
Pharr, TX120 mi93°F74°F2.0 in
Laredo, TX126 mi94°F72°F2.8 in
Brownsville, TX127 mi90°F74°F2.2 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Corpus Christi in May?

In May, Corpus Christi averages a high of 87°F and a low of 71°F, with 3.4 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is May a good time to visit Corpus Christi?

May is hot in Corpus Christi, with average highs of 87°F. Plan outdoor time for mornings and evenings.

Does it snow in Corpus Christi in May?

Rarely. The May snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Corpus Christi in April and Corpus Christi in June. All twelve months: Corpus Christi weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Corpus Christi, TX, 4.6 miles from the city center.