Rochester weather in May (New Hampshire, United States of America)
Curious about the May weather in Rochester? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In May, Rochester generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 20°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.
Rochester in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 258 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rochester climate page with graphs.
Rochester, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
106 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
65% *
Sunshine
258 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in the United States of America in May
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Rochester in May?
For visitors traveling to Rochester, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
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