Monthly climate ·New York weather in May
In May, New York averages around 21° by day and 12° at night, with 13 rain days a month — about a 40% chance of rain on any given day.
By day
21°C
At night
12°C
Daily rain chance
40%
Rain days a month
13
Monthly precipitation
111 mm
Sunshine hours a day
9.6
Average of 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo archive). Typical climate — not a forecast.
Is May a good time to visit New York?
May is a rainy month in New York — 13 rain days on average. Fine if you do not mind the rain, and usually a cheaper season too.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the weather in New York in May?
- In May, temperatures in New York average between 12° at night and 21° by day, with 13 rain days a month (average of 2016–2025).
- How much rain falls in New York in May?
- New York gets about 111 mm of rain in May on average, spread over roughly 13 rain days.
- Is May a good time to visit New York?
- May is a rainy month in New York — 13 rain days on average. Fine if you do not mind the rain, and usually a cheaper season too.