May Weather in Manhattan

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Manhattan, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 5°C (42°F). Typically, the humidity level in Manhattan throughout May hovers around 82%.

5°C (42°F)

Minimum temperature

19°C (66°F)

Average temperature

32°C (91°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Manhattan averages 187 mm (7.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 20 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 53 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 28% probability of sunny days during this period.

187 mm (7.4 inches)

Precipitation

14 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 53 minutes

Sunshine hours

28%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Manhattan reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 5 7 9 10 9 8 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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