United StatesAverage weather for New England in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in New England with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 8°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in New England with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 4°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 19°C, with nights around 5°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 England is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°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 91 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,9 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
New England in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
19°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
23°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
13°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
91 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
8 days | 14 days | |
 Total snowfall |
3,9 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
2 days | 0 days | |
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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 England?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in New England. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2018, New England reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -6°C to a highest value of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in New England
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for New England, 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.
Weather experiences in May in New England
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Daily Precipitation in May in New England
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for New England, 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 8 days of precipitation in New England.
Daily Snowfall in May in New England
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in New England, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV index in May in New England
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in New England, 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 England over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in New England, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in New England over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in New England, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in New England per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in New England, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for New England
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in New England. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in New England
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Average weather in New England by month
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