United StatesAverage weather for Montauk in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Montauk with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 14°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Montauk with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 10°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 20°C, with nights around 12°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 Montauk is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Montauk is 13°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In May, there is an average of 163 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Montauk in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
19°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
24°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
15°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
163 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Montauk?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Montauk. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2022, Montauk reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Montauk
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Montauk, 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 Montauk
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Montauk, 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 Montauk.
Daily UV index in May in Montauk
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Montauk, 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 Montauk over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Montauk, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Montauk over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Montauk, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Montauk
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Average weather in Montauk by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Montauk. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
