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Princeton Weather in May

May in Princeton brings moderate temperatures around 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.

Rainfall in Princeton in May

This month experiences about 11 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 55 mm (2.2 in). The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Princeton in May

Princeton in May gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Princeton Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

Best Places in Canada 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 Princeton in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.

What To Do in Princeton in May

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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