Marfa weather in May
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C, with around 4 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Marfa. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
29°C
Average low
15°C
Rainy days
4 days
Best months to visit
March, April, May, September, October, November
What to do in Marfa in May
Whatever the weather, Marfa rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Marfa Lights viewpoint evening observation mystery
Donald Judd Foundation architecture tour
Chinati Foundation large-scale art installation visit
Prada Marfa: Andy Warhol-adjacent pop art structure
West of Marfa landscape driving and photography
High Desert Test Sites: contemporary art installations
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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January
14C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
February
18C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
March
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May (you are here)
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
June
33C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
July
32C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
August
31C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
28C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
October
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
November
19C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
December
15C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
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