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Lowell Weather in May

May in Lowell averages 21°C (70°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 106 mm (4.2 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Lowell in May

Historically, May sees about 14 days of rain, with a monthly average of 106 mm (4.2 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Lowell in May

In May, expect pleasant temperatures in Lowell, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Lowell in May

The city usually sees around 301 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. September typically offers the best weather for Lowell.

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Lowell Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 106 mm (4.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 301 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59% *  
* Data from: Boston, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 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 Lowell in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Lowell in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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