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Washington Heights weather in May (United States of America)

Wondering what the weather is like in Washington Heights during May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Washington Heights in May, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 23°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 14°C.

Precipitation

Washington Heights in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Typically, you can expect about 13 days of rain this month.

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

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

 

Washington Heights, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  

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.

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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 Washington Heights, 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
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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