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Holyoke Weather in May

During May, Holyoke experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and cooler nights around 9°C (48°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 99 mm (3.9 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Holyoke in May

You can expect rain on roughly 14 days based on historical data, averaging 99 mm (3.9 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Holyoke in May

Weather in Holyoke is at its excellent in May. Highs reach 22°C (72°F), while nights settle around 9°C (48°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Holyoke in May

There are approximately 258 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Holyoke Temperature in May

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
99 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
63% *
Sunshine
258 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
57% *
* Data from: Springfield, the United States of America (11 KM, 7 Miles).

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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 Holyoke in May

For Holyoke 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Holyoke 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
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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