United StatesAverage weather for New York in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in New York with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 18°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in New York with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 12°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 23°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in New York is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In May, there is an average of 105 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
New York in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
22°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
28°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
17°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
105 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit New York?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in New York. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2022, New York reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in New York
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for New York, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in New York
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for New York, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in New York.
Daily UV index in May in New York
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in New York, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in New York over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in New York, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in New York over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in New York, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for New York
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Average weather in New York by month
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