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Houghton Lake Weather in May

May is one of the perfect months to visit Houghton Lake, with daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 87 mm (3.4 in).

Rainfall in Houghton Lake in May

This month experiences about 13 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 87 mm (3.4 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Houghton Lake in May

May is one of the better months to visit Houghton Lake. Expect 20°C (68°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

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

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Houghton Lake Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm (3.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  

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 Houghton Lake in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Houghton Lake in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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