Finger Lakes region

Finger Lakes region Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in May.

Thinking about venturing to the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Finger Lakes region in May

The Finger Lakes region, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. May in the Finger Lakes region generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Ithaca.

To explore the conditions in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Watkins Glen with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Skaneateles with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ithaca enjoys about 245 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Finger Lakes region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Finger Lakes region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ithaca)

Best Places to Visit in the Finger Lakes region in May

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Finger Lakes region

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America?

Temperature range in the Finger Lakes region (May)

Precipitation variation in the Finger Lakes region (May)

Ithaca

In May Ithaca generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
245 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Canandaigua

In May Canandaigua generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Geneva

In May Geneva generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
245 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Watkins Glen

In May Watkins Glen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Corning

In May Corning generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Finger Lakes region in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ithaca 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Canandaigua 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Geneva 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Watkins Glen 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Corning 21°C (70°F) 6°C (43°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Auburn 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)

The Finger Lakes region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in May?

May in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America brings perfect weather. In Ithaca, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in May?

Average temperatures in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America during May range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Ithaca.

Does the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America during May, with Ithaca averaging close to 66 mm (2.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America. Typically, the climate in Ithaca is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Ithaca. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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