New York (New York City)
May
Weather in New York for May 2025
Your guide to New York weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in New York at the beginning of May is 16.9 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 24 °F by the end of May.
With an average of 5 rainy days, New York experiences minimal rainfall in May.
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26
Dry days
5
Rainy days
0
Snow days
23°/10°
Temperatures
18 km/h
Avg max wind
59 %
Avg humidity
New York in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  16° | 2  19° | 3 14° | 4 13° | |||
| 5 14° | 6  19° | 7  23° | 8 24° | 9 18° | 10  18° | 11 20° |
| 12 20° | 13 21° | 14 22° | 15 22° | 16 21° | 17 21° | 18 20° |
| 19 22° | 20 20° | 21 23° | 22 24° | 23 24° | 24 26° | 25 23° |
| 26 26° | 27 22° | 28 25° | 29 25° | 30  22° | 31 25° |
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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 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /10° | 1.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 2 | Moderate rain at times | 19° /10° | 1.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 3 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /9° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| May 4 | Moderate rain at times | 13° /8° | 4.5 mm | 3 | |
| May 5 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /8° | 8.8 mm | 4 | |
| May 6 | Overcast | 19° /10° | 0.8 mm | 4 | |
| May 7 | Partly cloudy | 23° /12° | 0.8 mm | 6 | |
| May 8 | Partly cloudy | 24° /14° | 4.6 mm | 6 | |
| May 9 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /12° | 1.9 mm | 5 | |
| May 10 | Sunny | 18° /10° | 3.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 11 | Overcast | 20° /9° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 12 | Sunny | 20° /11° | 6.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 13 | Overcast | 21° /13° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 14 | Overcast | 22° /13° | 2.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 15 | Sunny | 22° /12° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| May 16 | Overcast | 21° /13° | 3.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 17 | Sunny | 21° /12° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 18 | Sunny | 20° /10° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 19 | Overcast | 22° /12° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 20 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /13° | 8.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 21 | Overcast | 23° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 22 | Patchy rain possible | 24° /15° | 1.3 mm | 6 | |
| May 23 | Partly cloudy | 24° /15° | 5.1 mm | 6 | |
| May 24 | Sunny | 26° /14° | 0.2 mm | 7 | |
| May 25 | Sunny | 23° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 26 | Sunny | 26° /14° | 1.6 mm | 6 | |
| May 27 | Sunny | 22° /14° | 7.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 28 | Partly cloudy | 25° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 29 | Sunny | 25° /15° | 2.3 mm | 6 | |
| May 30 | Cloudy | 22° /12° | 2.9 mm | 5 | |
| May 31 | Sunny | 25° /12° | 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 23° and cooler nights around 10°. 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 113.3 mm is expected in New York during May, occurring over more than 5 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 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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