United States (New York City)
May
Weather in the United States for May 2026
Your guide to the United States weather in May - trends and predictions
Until now, May 2026 in the United States has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 18.9 °F (showing only a slight deviation of 0.5 °F).
The forecast for the coming days of May 2026 predicts a temperature of 23.7 °F , which is warmer than usual.
In general, the average temperature in the United States at the beginning of May is 18.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 24.9 °F by the end of May.
United States experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 178.9 mm.
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6
Dry days
25
Rainy days
0
Snow days
20°/12°
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19 km/h
Avg max wind
64 %
Avg humidity
United States Weather May
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What’s the Weather Like in United States This May?
Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across United States’s cities this May.
Temperatures trend during May in the United States
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May weather in the United States day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Patchy rain possible | 17° /8° | 0.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 2 |  Overcast | 20° /10° | 1.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 3 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /10° | 3.2 mm | 5 | |
| May 4 | Overcast | 18° /10° | 7.5 mm | 5 | |
| May 5 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /11° | 15 mm | 5 | |
| May 6 |  Cloudy | 18° /11° | 13.3 mm | 4 | |
| May 7 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /10° | 6.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 8 | Patchy rain possible | 18° /10° | 2.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 9 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /9° | 20.8 mm | 4 | |
| May 10 |  Sunny | 20° /9° | 3.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 11 | Overcast | 19° /10° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 12 | Sunny | 20° /10° | 2 mm | 6 | |
| May 13 | Patchy rain possible | 20° /12° | 0.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 14 | Patchy rain possible | 18° /13° | 1 mm | 6.5 | |
| May 15 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /11° | 0.2 mm | 0.3 | |
| May 16 | Sunny | 24° /12° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 17 | Patchy rain possible | 27° /17° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 18 |  Partly cloudy | 24° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 19 | Patchy rain possible | 31° /15° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 20 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /17° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 21 | Sunny | 22° /14° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 22 | Patchy rain possible | 18° /14° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| May 23 |  Moderate rain | 22° /14° | 8.3 mm | 4 | |
| May 24 | Sunny | 25° /13° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 25 | Sunny | 26° /16° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 26 | Partly cloudy | 28° /17° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 27 | Patchy rain possible | 29° /20° | 1.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 28 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /14° | 10.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 29 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /13° | 10.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 30 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 21° /12° | 6.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 31 | Sunny | 26° /13° | 13.7 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for the United States 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 United States forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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United States in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in United States 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 United States during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 178.9 mm is expected in United States during May, occurring over more than 25 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in United States during May?
The average wind speed in United States during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in the United States
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Typically, United States has 25 rainy days in May with a total of 178.9 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in the United States during May
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