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Detroit weather in May (Michigan, United States of America)

Interested in knowing the climate of Detroit in May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Detroit during May, which means pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 22°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 10°C.

Precipitation

Detroit in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 15 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 277 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Detroit. May, July and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Detroit, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  
SunshineSunshine 277 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 60%  

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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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 Detroit, 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
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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