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Amherst Weather in May
In Amherst, May brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Amherst in May
Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain, totalling around 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Amherst in May
May tends to be one of the excellent months in Amherst, with 21°C (70°F) in the afternoon and 9°C (48°F) overnight. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Amherst in May
With approximately 259 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Amherst.
Amherst Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
67% *
Sunshine
259 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
57% *
* Data from: Buffalo, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Amherst in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Amherst in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque8/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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