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New Rochelle Weather in May

May in New Rochelle brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights dropping to 12°C (54°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 110 mm (4.3 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in New Rochelle in May

Typically, you can expect about 13 days of rain this month, with 110 mm (4.3 in) on average. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in New Rochelle in May

In May, expect pleasant temperatures in New Rochelle, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights cool down to 12°C (54°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in New Rochelle in May

The month enjoys around 258 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in New Rochelle in May

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in May. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Average water temperature in May

At 10°C (50°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, August and September typically offer the best weather for New Rochelle.

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New Rochelle Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C (50°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm (4.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 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 New Rochelle in May

For New Rochelle 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Expect water temperatures of around 10°C (50°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in New Rochelle in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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