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Weather in New York for May 2025

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 17.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 23.4 °F by the end of May.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • New York experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 93.6 mm.

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Average dry days
10
Dry days
Average rainy days
21
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
21°/12°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
61 %
Avg humidity

New York in May average weather

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Temperatures trend during May in New York

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May weather day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
May 1 Sunny
Sunny
17° /8° 1.1 mm 4
May 2 Overcast
Overcast
19° /10° 1.9 mm 4
May 3 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16° /10° 3.3 mm 4
May 4 Overcast
Overcast
16° /9° 6.1 mm 4
May 5 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17° /9° 7.1 mm 4
May 6 Cloudy
Cloudy
18° /9° 5.5 mm 4
May 7 Cloudy
Cloudy
18° /10° 6.3 mm 5
May 8 Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
18° /10° 3.9 mm 5
May 9 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
18° /9° 3 mm 5
May 10 Sunny
Sunny
18° /8° 2.5 mm 5
May 11 Cloudy
Cloudy
20° /8° 0 mm 5
May 12 Sunny
Sunny
20° /10° 3.1 mm 5
May 13 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
20° /12° 0.1 mm 5
May 14 Cloudy
Cloudy
21° /12° 3.3 mm 5
May 15 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /12° 0.6 mm 5
May 16 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
22° /14° 3.3 mm 5
May 17 Sunny
Sunny
22° /12° 0 mm 6
May 18 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
22° /11° 0 mm 6
May 19 Overcast
Overcast
23° /12° 4.2 mm 6
May 20 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
23° /14° 4.9 mm 6
May 21 Overcast
Overcast
26° /14° 0 mm 6
May 22 Sunny
Sunny
27° /17° 0.7 mm 7
May 23 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
26° /16° 2.6 mm 6
May 24 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
23° /14° 0.1 mm 6
May 25 Overcast
Overcast
22° /13° 0 mm 6
May 26 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
25° /14° 1.4 mm 6
May 27 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
24° /16° 5.7 mm 6
May 28 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24° /15° 10.4 mm 5
May 29 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
22° /13° 7.7 mm 6
May 30 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
21° /12° 4.7 mm 5
May 31 Sunny
Sunny
26° /13° 0 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.

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?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in New York during May, with a total of 93.6 mm spread over approximately 21 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
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

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UV exposure in New York during May

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