Manchester weather in May (Connecticut, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Manchester in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Manchester, May is characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 21°C. But by evening, they drop to around 10°C.

Manchester in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 258 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Manchester climate page with graphs.

 

Manchester, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 63% *  

Sunshine 258 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

* Data from: Hartford, the United States of America (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Manchester in May?

For visitors traveling to Manchester, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Manchester.

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