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As we look ahead to May 2024, South Texas is gearing up for a notably wet month. Weather forecasts predict many rainy days, suggesting that residents and visitors should prepare for intermittent showers. Here’s what to expect and how to stay dry during South Texas’s rainy season.
Frequent Showers Ahead
According to recent weather predictions, South Texas is expected to see between 8 and 15 rainy days throughout May. This higher precipitation frequency significantly increases compared to the region’s usual dry spell during this time of year. The exact timing and intensity of the rainfalls may vary, but the consistent presence of rainy days indicates a pattern that could impact various outdoor plans and agricultural activities.
Comfortable Temperatures Amidst the Drizzle
Despite the wet forecast, the temperatures in May are predicted to be quite pleasant. The region will experience lows around 64°F and highs reaching up to 82°F. These comfortable temperatures mean that the frequent rain won’t be accompanied by the chill that can make outdoor activities unpleasant in other regions. Whether you’re commuting to work or planning weekend outings, the mild weather should provide a comfortable backdrop, even on wetter days.
| Here’s a 10-day weather forecast for South Texas starting from today, April 17, 2024: |
| •April 17: Sunny with a high near 78°F and breezy conditions. Overnight, there is a slight chance of thunderstorms after 1 AM with a low of around 71°F. |
| •April 18: Sunny with a high near 77°F, turning breezy. Clear skies at night with a low of around 68°F. |
| •April 19: Sunny with a high near 74°F. Partly cloudy in the evening with a low of around 68°F. |
| •April 20: Mostly sunny, reaching a high near 73°F. The night will be mostly cloudy with a low of around 70°F. |
| •April 21: Partly sunny with a high near 74°F. |
| •April 22: Sunny with temperatures around 23°C during the day and clear at night with temperatures dropping to around 14°C. |
| •April 23: Sunny with a high around 26°C and lows around 15°C at night. |
| •April 24: Light rain (about 1.5 mm) with daytime temperatures near 23°C and nighttime lows around 18°C. |
| •April 25: It will be rainy with about 15.8 mm of precipitation. The high will be near 23°C, and the low will be around 17°C at night. |
| •April 26: Clear with a daytime high near 22°C and a nighttime low around 14°C. |
Overall, the weather will be relatively warm, with several sunny days and a few occasions of light to moderate rain. Keeping an umbrella handy for the scattered rainy days is a good idea.
This forecast combines data from the National Weather Service and other weather prediction services​ (National Weather Service (https://forecast.weather.gov/zipcity.php?inputstring=South_Padre_Island,+TX)
Climate Prediction Center (https://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/predictions/814day/)
Weather Underground (https://www.wunderground.com/forecast/us/tx/brenham)
Weather25 (https://www.weather25.com/north-america/usa/texas?page=month&month=April)
