Temperature in New England in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in New England, the United States of America this May.

New England, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 18°C (64°F) in Bar Harbor to 22°C (72°F) in Hartford. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Hartford and 8°C (46°F) in Bar Harbor.

What is the temperature of the different cities in New England, the United States of America in May?

Discover the typical May temperatures for the most popular locations of New England on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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New England temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in New England, the United States of America in May?

Average daytime highs in New England, the United States of America during May reach about 20°C (68°F) in Boston.

How cold does it get at night in New England, the United States of America in May?

Boston sees nighttime lows close to 11°C (52°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in New England, the United States of America?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Hartford is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 22°C (72°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 10°C (50°F).

What is the coldest city in May in New England, the United States of America?

Our database indicates that in May, Bar Harbor is the city with the coolest temperatures in New England, the United States of America. You can expect daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows close to 8°C (46°F).

How much sun does New England, the United States of America get in May?

Boston enjoys approximately 301 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

What is the water temperature in May?

The water temperature averages approximately 9°C (48°F) in Boston this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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