York (Richmond Hill)
May
Weather in York for May 2026
Your guide to York weather in May - trends and predictions
Until now, May 2026 in York is cooler than usual, with temperatures averaging 11.1 °C, this is -2.6 °C below the typical seasonal average.
The forecast for the next days in York predicts temperatures to be around 15 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in York at the beginning of May is 13.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 19.6 °C by the end of May.
York experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 171.7 mm.
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8
Dry days
23
Rainy days
0
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17°/8°
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17 km/h
Avg max wind
72 %
Avg humidity
York Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in York
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May weather in York day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /3° | 16 mm | 4 | |
| 2 May |  Patchy rain possible | 11° /4° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /4° | 2.2 mm | 4 | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /6° | 1.3 mm | 4 | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 0.8 mm | 3 | |
| 6 May |  Cloudy | 15° /6° | 6.9 mm | 4 | |
| 7 May | Moderate rain at times | 15° /6° | 8.6 mm | 5 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /6° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| 9 May |  Partly cloudy | 14° /6° | 2.5 mm | 5 | |
| 10 May |  Overcast | 16° /5° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 11 May |  Sunny | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 5.9 | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /2° | 2.7 mm | 6.6 | |
| 13 May |  Moderate rain | 13° /6° | 7 mm | 4.2 | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /4° | 0.4 mm | 1.2 | |
| 15 May | Moderate rain | 13° /3° | 7 mm | 0.8 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 14° /2° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /8° | 2.3 mm | 3 | |
| 18 May | Overcast | 15° /9° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 10° /9° | 3.9 mm | 2 | |
| 20 May | Moderate rain | 18° /10° | 6.4 mm | 3 | |
| 21 May | Partly cloudy | 16° /9° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /9° | 0.4 mm | 3 | |
| 23 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /6° | 0.4 mm | 3 | |
| 24 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /10° | 2.6 mm | 3 | |
| 25 May | Sunny | 17° /6° | 4 mm | 4 | |
| 26 May | Sunny | 21° /7° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 27 May | Sunny | 20° /9° | 1.7 mm | 5 | |
| 28 May | Overcast | 19° /10° | 1.9 mm | 4 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 18° /9° | 11.5 mm | 5 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 21° /10° | 1.8 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May | Sunny | 21° /10° | 8.8 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for 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 York forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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York in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in York during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 17° and cooler nights around 8°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in York during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 171.7 mm is expected in York during May, occurring over more than 23 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in York during May?
The average wind speed in York during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in York
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Typically, York has 23 rainy days in May with a total of 171.7 mm of rainfall.
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