Bronx weather in May (New York State, United States of America)

What can you expect from the weather in Bronx during May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Bronx generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 22°C, while night temperatures can drop to 13°C.

Bronx in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 258 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bronx, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

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

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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 Bronx in May?

For visitors traveling to Bronx, 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. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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