Weather in Laredo, Texas
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast—94°75°
- SundayMay 17Thunderstorm—99°76°
- MondayMay 18Thunderstorm—99°77°
- TuesdayMay 19Showers40%99°72°
- WednesdayMay 20Light Showers46%93°73°
- ThursdayMay 21Thunderstorm68%91°76°
- FridayMay 22Drizzle68%96°74°
- PM 2.5
- 8.6 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 12.6 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 2.0 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 81.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 12:08 PM
- Moonset
- 1:41 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Laredo at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 82°F — typical for the season
- Last frost: January 31 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Peak growing season
As of May 17, the growing season is at its peak — frost is months away. Continue succession-planting beans and summer squash. Start fall brassicas (broccoli, cabbage, kale) from seed indoors for transplanting in late summer.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| March | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| April | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| May | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | — | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
August brings Laredo's highest temperatures (~89°F mean) while January delivers the coldest (~58°F). Rainfall reaches its peak in September (3.9 inches) and drops to its lowest point in February (0.7 inches).
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58° | 0.8″ | 2 |
| February | 63° | 0.7″ | 2 |
| March | 70° | 1.3″ | 2 |
| April | 77° | 1.3″ | 2 |
| May | 83° | 2.8″ | 3 |
| June | 88° | 1.8″ | 3 |
| July | 89° | 1.9″ | 3 |
| August | 89° | 1.6″ | 3 |
| September | 84° | 3.9″ | 5 |
| October | 77° | 1.7″ | 2 |
| November | 66° | 1.0″ | 2 |
| December | 59° | 1.1″ | 2 |
Regional context
Laredo falls within a humid subtropical climate region — sharing similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with nearby cities in this cohort.
Similar climates: Houston, TX, Dallas, TX, San Antonio, TX, Austin, TX, Fort Worth, TX.
Naturalist notes
By late May, the scissor-tailed flycatcher's distinctive forked tail becomes a common sight as these birds arrive to establish territories.
June brings the peak blooming period for prickly pear cactus, when bright yellow flowers open in the early morning hours.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Laredo?
- Laredo's last spring frost typically occurs around mid-February, while the first fall frost arrives around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Laredo?
- September records the highest rainfall with about 3.9 inches on average; the city receives roughly 20 inches annually.
- What is the warmest month in Laredo?
- August typically brings the warmest temperatures, averaging about 89°F.
- What is the coldest month in Laredo?
- January typically brings the coldest temperatures, averaging about 58°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Laredo?
- Cool-season crops (peas, lettuce) can be planted around the last spring frost (mid-February); warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers) should wait until 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Laredo get?
- Laredo experiences about 30 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Laredo?
- Laredo's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; check the USDA's online lookup with the city ZIP for the current zone designation.
Climate
Laredo, Texas experiences a humid subtropical climate. January temperatures hover near 58°F while July averages 89°F — a 31°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Laredo receives about 20 inches of precipitation spread over roughly 30 rainy days.
Latitude (27.6°N), proximity to large water bodies, and elevation determine the rhythm of the year — shaping what grows here, when frost arrives, and daily weather patterns.