United StatesThe weather in May in Rhode Island
It's pleasantly warm in May in Rhode Island 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 7°C and 15°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Rhode Island, United States. 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 31°C in 2017, Rhode Island 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 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 126 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Rhode Island
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rhode Island. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Rhode Island | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 24°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 126 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Rhode Island with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 20°C, with nights around 11°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 Rhode Island 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.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Rhode Island, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Rhode Island
Temperature in May in Rhode Island over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Rhode Island, United States. 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 Rhode Island
Total precipitation in May in Rhode Island over the years
Daily UV index in May in Rhode Island
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Rhode Island, 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.
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Average weather in Rhode Island by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rhode Island. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.