May
Weather in Rhode Island for May 2025
Your guide to Rhode Island weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Rhode Island at the beginning of May is 17.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 23.1 °F by the end of May.
The climate of Rhode Island in May is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days.
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19
Dry days
12
Rainy days
0
Snow days
19°/9°
Temperatures
17 km/h
Avg max wind
73 %
Avg humidity
Rhode Island in May average weather
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Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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1 15° | 2 21° | 3 16° | 4 16° | |||
5 10° | 6 21° | 7 23° | 8 15° | 9 21° | 10 14° | 11 11° |
12 10° | 13 16° | 14 20° | 15 21° | 16 14° | 17 20° | 18 19° |
19 15° | 20 17° | 21 23° | 22 23° | 23 22° | 24 24° | 25 21° |
26 24° | 27 23° | 28 27° | 29 22° | 30 21° | 31 24° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Rhode Island
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May weather day by day
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Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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May 1 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
May 2 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /7° | 0 mm | 5 | |
May 3 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /7° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
May 4 | Overcast | 16° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
May 5 | Light rain | 10° /7° | 10.7 mm | 3 | |
May 6 | Light rain shower | 21° /9° | 6.4 mm | 5 | |
May 7 | Partly cloudy | 23° /11° | 0 mm | 6 | |
May 8 | Light drizzle | 15° /11° | 1.2 mm | 4 | |
May 9 | Light rain | 21° /9° | 5.2 mm | 5 | |
May 10 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
May 11 | Patchy rain possible | 11° /5° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
May 12 | Light rain shower | 10° /4° | 1.1 mm | 3 | |
May 13 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /6° | 0.6 mm | 4 | |
May 14 | Patchy rain possible | 20° /10° | 4.8 mm | 5 | |
May 15 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /13° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
May 16 | Light rain | 14° /12° | 13.4 mm | 3 | |
May 17 | Partly cloudy | 20° /11° | 0 mm | 6 | |
May 18 | Overcast | 19° /11° | 0 mm | 4 | |
May 19 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
May 20 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /9° | 37.5 mm | 4 | |
May 21 | Heavy rain at times | 23° /14° | 41.4 mm | 5 | |
May 22 | Partly cloudy | 23° /11° | 0.4 mm | 6 | |
May 23 | Sunny | 22° /11° | 2.1 mm | 6 | |
May 24 | Sunny | 24° /11° | 1.4 mm | 7 | |
May 25 | Partly cloudy | 21° /9° | 0 mm | 6 | |
May 26 | Partly cloudy | 24° /10° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
May 27 | Sunny | 23° /11° | 6.1 mm | 6 | |
May 28 | Sunny | 27° /13° | 0.3 mm | 7 | |
May 29 | Sunny | 22° /11° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
May 30 | Sunny | 21° /9° | 2.8 mm | 5 | |
May 31 | Sunny | 24° /8° | 0 mm | 7 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Rhode Island in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Rhode Island during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 19° and cooler nights around 9°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Rhode Island during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 131.9 mm is expected in Rhode Island during May, occurring over more than 12 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Rhode Island during May?
The average wind speed in Rhode Island during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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