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Temperatures in May
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Temperature in The United States of America in May

May in the United States of America has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from very low in Point Barrow with -1°C to extremely high temperatures in Furnace Creek with 37°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Furnace Creek and -6°C in Point Barrow.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the United States of America in May?

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in the United States of America. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in May in the United States of America?
    • According to our recent database analysis, Furnace Creek is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 37°C and rarely drops below 22°C during the night.

  • What is the coldest city in May in the United States of America?
    • Our database indicates that in May, Point Barrow is the city with the coolest temperatures in the United States of America. You can expect daytime highs of -1°C and nighttime lows close to -6°C.

  • How much sun does the United States of America get in May?
    • The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 258 hours of sunshine in New York City. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 27°C in Key West this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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