Syracuse Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F), May in Syracuse brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 76 mm (3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Syracuse in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain, totalling around 76 mm (3 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Syracuse in May

Weather in Syracuse is at its perfect in May. Highs reach 22°C (72°F), while nights settle around 9°C (48°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights fall to 9°C (48°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Syracuse in May

There are approximately 245 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Syracuse Temperature in May

Min Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Max Temperature 22°C (72°F)  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 76 mm (3 in)  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 66%  

Sunshine 245 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 52%  

What to Wear in Syracuse in May

For Syracuse in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Syracuse in May

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Syracuse's climate page.

More climate data for Syracuse

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