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Mackinac Island Weather in May
May in Mackinac Island sees daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. With around 64 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Mackinac Island in May
Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 64 mm (2.5 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Mackinac Island in May
May in Mackinac Island brings typical temperatures with highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F). 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.For Mackinac Island itself, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Mackinac Island Temperature in May
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
64 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
12 days
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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 Mackinac Island in May
The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
What To Do in Mackinac Island in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque5/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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