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Weather in New York for May 2027

Your guide to New York weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in New York at the beginning of May is 18.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 23.1 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of New York in May is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days, and a total of 164.6 mm of precipitation.

Average dry days
19
Dry days
Average rainy days
12
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
21°/12°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
64 %
Avg humidity

New York Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Patchy rain possible
17°
2
Overcast
20°
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
4
Overcast
18°
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18°
6
Cloudy
18°
7
Patchy rain possible
19°
8
Patchy rain possible
18°
9
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
10
Sunny
20°
11
Overcast
19°
12
Sunny
20°
13
Patchy rain possible
20°
14
Heavy rain at times
20°
15
Patchy rain possible
22°
16
Overcast
23°
17
Sunny
23°
18
Partly cloudy
23°
19
Sunny
25°
20
Partly cloudy
23°
21
Overcast
23°
22
Sunny
23°
23
Partly cloudy
22°
24
Partly cloudy
20°
25
Overcast
21°
26
Patchy rain possible
25°
27
Partly cloudy
24°
28
Moderate or heavy rain shower
22°
29
Partly cloudy
23°
30
Moderate or heavy rain shower
21°
31
Sunny
26°

What’s the Weather Like in New York This May?

Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across New York’s cities this May.
Patchy rain possibleNew York City21 °C / 12 °CPatchy rain possibleBuffalo17 °C / 9 °CPatchy rain possibleBrooklyn19 °C / 12 °CCloudyManhattan20 °C / 12 °CCloudyLong Island18 °C / 12 °CPatchy rain possibleQueens18 °C / 12 °CPatchy rain possibleAlbany18 °C / 9 °CPatchy rain possibleSyracuse17 °C / 8 °CPatchy rain possibleRochester17 °C / 8 °CPatchy rain possibleYonkers20 °C / 12 °CCloudyJamaica18 °C / 12 °CPatchy rain possibleThe Bronx20 °C / 12 °CMore Locations

Temperatures trend during May in New York

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May weather in New York day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /8° 0.8 mm 5
2 May Overcast
Overcast
 20° /10° 1.6 mm 5
3 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /10° 3.2 mm 5
4 May Overcast
Overcast
 18° /10° 7.5 mm 5
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 18° /11° 15 mm 5
6 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 18° /11° 13.3 mm 4
7 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /10° 6.4 mm 5
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /10° 2.7 mm 5
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /9° 20.8 mm 4
10 May Sunny
Sunny
 20° /9° 3.1 mm 5
11 May Overcast
Overcast
 19° /10° 0 mm 5
12 May Sunny
Sunny
 20° /10° 2 mm 6
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 20° /12° 0.8 mm 5
14 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 20° /12° 16.3 mm 4
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /12° 0.4 mm 5
16 May Overcast
Overcast
 23° /14° 2.2 mm 6
17 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /14° 0 mm 6
18 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /13° 0 mm 6
19 May Sunny
Sunny
 25° /13° 2.9 mm 6
20 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /13° 4.2 mm 6
21 May Overcast
Overcast
 23° /13° 5.2 mm 6
22 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /14° 6.9 mm 7
23 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 22° /13° 3.8 mm 5
24 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 20° /12° 5.9 mm 5
25 May Overcast
Overcast
 21° /12° 0.8 mm 5
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 25° /14° 0.9 mm 7
27 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 24° /15° 3.8 mm 6
28 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 22° /14° 8.6 mm 6
29 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /13° 8.6 mm 6
30 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 21° /12° 5.2 mm 6
31 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /12° 11.4 mm 7
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for New York in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the New York forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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New York in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in New York during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 21° and cooler nights around 12°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in New York during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 164.6 mm is expected in New York during May, occurring over more than 12 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in New York during May?
The average wind speed in New York during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in New York

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for New Yorks May weather 💧
Typically, New York has 12 rainy days in May with a total of 164.6 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in New York during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️
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