United StatesThe weather in May in New York City
It's pleasantly warm in May in New York City with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in New York City. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for New York City, New York. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2018, New York City reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at New York City is 8°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 99 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for New York City
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in New York City. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| New York City | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 99 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in New York City with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
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 City is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in New York City, New York. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in New York City
Temperature in May in New York City over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in New York City, New York. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in New York City
Total precipitation in May in New York City over the years
Daily UV index in May in New York City
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in New York City, 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.
Weather experiences in May in New York City
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Average weather in New York City by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for New York City. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.