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Buffalo Weather in May

Buffalo in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 115 mm (4.5 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Buffalo in May

On average, there are about 11 days with rain during this month, averaging 115 mm (4.5 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Buffalo in May

Daytime temperatures in Buffalo reach 20°C (68°F) in May, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Buffalo in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 298 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Buffalo even more beautiful.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and September typically offer the best weather for Buffalo.

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Buffalo Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm (4.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 60% *  
SunshineSunshine 298 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 63% *  
* Data from: Minneapolis, the United States of America (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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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 (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 Buffalo 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Buffalo in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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