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Weather in New York for May 2026

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 17.9 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 22.7 °F by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • New York experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 178.9 mm.

Average dry days
6
Dry days
Average rainy days
25
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
20°/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
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Sunny
17°
2
Overcast
21°
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
4
Overcast
17°
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16°
6
Cloudy
18°
7
Cloudy
19°
8
Heavy rain at times
19°
9
Moderate rain at times
18°
10
Sunny
19°
11
Cloudy
20°
12
Partly cloudy
20°
13
Patchy rain possible
20°
14
Cloudy
20°
15
Patchy rain possible
23°
16
Overcast
22°
17
Sunny
22°
18
Partly cloudy
21°
19
Sunny
23°
20
Partly cloudy
22°
21
Overcast
23°
22
Sunny
24°
23
Partly cloudy
23°
24
Partly cloudy
21°
25
Overcast
21°
26
Patchy rain possible
24°
27
Partly cloudy
23°
28
Moderate or heavy rain shower
22°
29
Moderate or heavy rain shower
22°
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 City20 °F / 12 °FCloudyBuffalo18 °F / 9 °FCloudyManhattan20 °F / 12 °FCloudyBrooklyn19 °F / 12 °FCloudyQueens18 °F / 12 °FPatchy rain possibleSyracuse17 °F / 9 °FCloudyAlbany18 °F / 10 °FCloudyLong Island18 °F / 12 °FCloudyYonkers20 °F / 12 °FCloudyJamaica18 °F / 12 °FPatchy rain possibleRochester17 °F / 9 °FPatchy rain possibleThe Bronx20 °F / 12 °FMore 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 Sunny
Sunny
 17° /8° 0.9 mm 4
2 May Overcast
Overcast
 21° /10° 1.5 mm 5
3 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /11° 3.9 mm 4
4 May Overcast
Overcast
 17° /10° 9 mm 4
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /10° 18 mm 4
6 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 18° /10° 15.1 mm 4
7 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 19° /10° 6.9 mm 4
8 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 19° /11° 3.1 mm 4
9 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 18° /9° 23.4 mm 4
10 May Sunny
Sunny
 19° /8° 2 mm 5
11 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 20° /9° 0 mm 5
12 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 20° /11° 2.4 mm 5
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 20° /12° 1 mm 5
14 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 20° /12° 18.8 mm 5
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /13° 0.5 mm 5
16 May Overcast
Overcast
 22° /14° 2.7 mm 5
17 May Sunny
Sunny
 22° /13° 0 mm 5
18 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 21° /12° 0 mm 5
19 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /12° 3.4 mm 6
20 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 22° /12° 3.9 mm 5
21 May Overcast
Overcast
 23° /13° 5.8 mm 5
22 May Sunny
Sunny
 24° /15° 8.3 mm 6
23 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /14° 2 mm 6
24 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 21° /13° 0.1 mm 6
25 May Overcast
Overcast
 21° /12° 0 mm 5
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /13° 1.1 mm 6
27 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /15° 4.5 mm 6
28 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 22° /14° 10.3 mm 5
29 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 22° /13° 10.3 mm 5
30 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 21° /12° 6.3 mm 5
31 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /13° 13.7 mm 6
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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 20° 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 178.9 mm is expected in New York during May, occurring over more than 25 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 25 rainy days in May with a total of 178.9 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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