Cleveland (OH)
May
Weather in Cleveland, Ohio for May 2026
Your guide to Cleveland weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Cleveland at the beginning of May is 15 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 19.4 °F by the end of May.
Cleveland experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 148.7 mm.
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3
Dry days
28
Rainy days
0
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17°/11°
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Avg max wind
77 %
Avg humidity
Cleveland Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Cleveland
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May weather in Cleveland day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Patchy rain possible | 17° /7° | 6.8 mm | 4 | |
| May 2 |  Overcast | 15° /9° | 3 mm | 4 | |
| May 3 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /8° | 19.5 mm | 3 | |
| May 4 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /9° | 7.4 mm | 3 | |
| May 5 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 3.6 mm | 4 | |
| May 6 | Overcast | 14° /8° | 7.8 mm | 3 | |
| May 7 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /8° | 3.9 mm | 4 | |
| May 8 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /8° | 0.9 mm | 3 | |
| May 9 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /6° | 6.8 mm | 3 | |
| May 10 | Overcast | 16° /6° | 1.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 11 |  Partly cloudy | 16° /8° | 1.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 12 |  Sunny | 19° /9° | 2.5 mm | 5 | |
| May 13 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /12° | 4.1 mm | 4 | |
| May 14 | Sunny | 18° /12° | 3.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 15 | Partly cloudy | 20° /11° | 6.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 16 | Overcast | 19° /12° | 6.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 17 | Partly cloudy | 18° /10° | 6.5 mm | 5 | |
| May 18 |  Cloudy | 17° /10° | 4.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 19 | Partly cloudy | 21° /12° | 1.2 mm | 5 | |
| May 20 | Patchy rain possible | 22° /13° | 2 mm | 5 | |
| May 21 | Sunny | 22° /15° | 23.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 22 | Patchy rain possible | 20° /13° | 5 mm | 5 | |
| May 23 | Overcast | 19° /12° | 0.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 24 | Moderate rain at times | 19° /11° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 25 | Cloudy | 20° /12° | 2 mm | 4 | |
| May 26 | Sunny | 21° /12° | 4.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 27 | Sunny | 19° /12° | 3.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 28 | Overcast | 17° /11° | 5.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 29 | Overcast | 18° /11° | 1.2 mm | 4 | |
| May 30 | Overcast | 20° /12° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 31 | Sunny | 21° /13° | 1.8 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Cleveland 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 Cleveland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Cleveland in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cleveland during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 17° and cooler nights around 11°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Cleveland during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 148.7 mm is expected in Cleveland during May, occurring over more than 28 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Cleveland during May?
The average wind speed in Cleveland during May is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Cleveland
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