Amherst weather in May (Massachusetts, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to Amherst in May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The weather in Amherst is usually perfect in May, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 22°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Amherst in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. Expect around 13 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 258 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Amherst climate page with graphs.

 

Amherst, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 97 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 63% *  

Sunshine 258 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

* Data from: Springfield, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Amherst, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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