Syracuse weather in May (New York State, United States of America)

Will it be warm or cold in Syracuse this May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

For May, the weather in Syracuse is generally perfect, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 22°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Syracuse in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 245 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Syracuse climate page with graphs.

 

Syracuse, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 66%  

Sunshine 245 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 52%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Syracuse, 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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Syracuse.

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