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Garden City Weather in May

During May, Garden City experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and cooler nights around 12°C (54°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 98 mm (3.9 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Garden City in May

Expect around 13 days of rain based on historical data, with 98 mm (3.9 in) average. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Garden City in May

The perfect temperature in Garden City in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 22°C (72°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights cool down to 12°C (54°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Garden City in May

With approximately 258 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Garden City in May

May has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

Average water temperature in May

At 10°C (50°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Garden City.

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Garden City Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C (50°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 98 mm (3.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (22 KM, 14 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 Garden City in May

For Garden City in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. The water temperature sits at about 10°C (50°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Garden City in May

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

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