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Ithaca Weather in May
Ithaca in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 66 mm (2.6 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
Rainfall in Ithaca in May
Rain is expected on roughly 12 days, totalling around 66 mm (2.6 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.
Temperature in Ithaca in May
May is a excellent month in Ithaca, with 21°C (70°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Ithaca in May
There are approximately 245 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.
Ithaca Temperature in May
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
66 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
66% *
Sunshine
245 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
52% *
* Data from: Syracuse, the United States of America (73 KM, 45 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 Ithaca in May
For Ithaca 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Ithaca in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque8/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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