May Rainfall and Precipitation in The Finger Lakes region

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in May.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

The Finger Lakes region precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America receive in May?

In May, Ithaca typically receives modest rainfall, around 66 mm (2.6 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in May?

Expect around 12 days rainy days in Ithaca during May.

Is May part of the rainy season in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America?

May is generally a drier month for the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in May in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America?

Skaneateles is the wettest city in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in May according to our database, with average rainfall of around 87 mm (3.4 in).

What is the driest city in May in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America?

Watkins Glen is the driest city we have data for in the Finger Lakes region, the United States of America in May, with monthly rainfall close to 63 mm (2.5 in).

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