The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in San Antonio. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 30% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. October (8.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 8 out of 12 months in San Antonio. Compared to April: +2°C daytime, 7 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Daylight
13.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 36
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Is May the right month?
The best month in San Antonio is October (8.6/10), 3.0 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.35°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 36°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 18°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 30%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is San Antonio ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United StatesTemperate climate with a 8.6 → 4.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
29.42°N · 98.49°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit San Antonio?
April is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 17.0°C lows, 7.0h of sunshine and 23.0% rainy days. The months of April & October offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does San Antonio get in April?
San Antonio averages 7.0 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in San Antonio?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in San Antonio in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 17.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is San Antonio good in winter?
In winter (December-February), San Antonio scores 7.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 8.1/10.
When should you avoid San Antonio?
August is the most difficult month to visit San Antonio, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in San Antonio in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in San Antonio (high), with about 13.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.