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May is a good month in Irondequoit

Climate Overview

Irondequoit, United States in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 17.8°C (64°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 12 days this month.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 15°C (60°F) at the start to 21°C (70°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 82 mm across the month.

Expect around 7.7h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 11.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 27th, averaging 21.3°C (70°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 6°C warmer with 1 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
18°C / 10°C
Feels Like
17°C / 7°C
Rain
12 days · 81 mm
Sunshine
10.3h / day
Humidity
74% — Humid
Wind
20 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (258°)
Gusts
36 km/h
Daylight
14.7 h
Cloud Cover
63%
Clear Sky Days
3.7
UV Index
5.8 — High
Dew Point
9°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:48
Daylight 14.7h
Sunset 20:28

What to Expect

Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Wet
Temp
1°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -11°C
Rain
18days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
4.6h Fair
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
19days
February
Poor
Temp
3°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -10°C
Rain
13days (84 mm) Wet
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
3 Moderate
Snow Days
15days
March
Poor
Temp
7°C / -1°C
Feels Like
3°C / -6°C
Rain
12days (80 mm) Wet
Sun
7.5h Good
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
April
Poor
Temp
12°C / 4°C
Feels Like
9°C / -1°C
Rain
13days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
4.8 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
May best
Good
Temp
18°C / 10°C
Feels Like
17°C / 7°C
Rain
12days (81 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
5.8 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 16°C
Feels Like
24°C / 15°C
Rain
11days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
6.6 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 19°C
Feels Like
29°C / 20°C
Rain
11days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 19°C
Feels Like
28°C / 19°C
Rain
12days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5.8 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 16°C
Feels Like
23°C / 15°C
Rain
9days (72 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5 Moderate
October
Good
Temp
17°C / 10°C
Feels Like
14°C / 7°C
Rain
14days (131 mm) Wet
Sun
6.9h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
November
Poor
Temp
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
5°C / -2°C
Rain
15days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
5.5h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
December
Wet
Temp
4°C / -2°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -7°C
Rain
18days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
4.4h Fair
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
16days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 1°C / -5°C -4°C / -11°C 18days (96 mm) Wet 4.6h Fair 74% Muggy 1.9 Low Wet View Details
February 3°C / -4°C -2°C / -10°C 13days (84 mm) Wet 5.9h Fair 72% Muggy 3 Moderate Poor View Details
March 7°C / -1°C 3°C / -6°C 12days (80 mm) Wet 7.5h Good 69% Muggy 4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 12°C / 4°C 9°C / -1°C 13days (109 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 71% Muggy 4.8 Moderate Poor View Details
May best 18°C / 10°C 17°C / 7°C 12days (81 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 74% Muggy 5.8 High Good View Details
June best 23°C / 16°C 24°C / 15°C 11days (73 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 71% Muggy 6.6 High Excellent View Details
July best 27°C / 19°C 29°C / 20°C 11days (96 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 72% Muggy 6.7 High Excellent View Details
August best 26°C / 19°C 28°C / 19°C 12days (94 mm) Wet 11.1h Excellent 73% Muggy 5.8 High Excellent View Details
September best 23°C / 16°C 23°C / 15°C 9days (72 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 73% Muggy 5 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 17°C / 10°C 14°C / 7°C 14days (131 mm) Wet 6.9h Fair 73% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Good View Details
November 9°C / 3°C 5°C / -2°C 15days (96 mm) Wet 5.5h Fair 73% Muggy 2.1 Moderate Poor View Details
December 4°C / -2°C -1°C / -7°C 18days (101 mm) Wet 4.4h Fair 75% Muggy 1.6 Low Wet View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Irondequoit, with average highs of 18°C (64°F) and around 12 rainy days. Irondequoit, United States in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 17.8°C (64°F) and noticeably cooler mornings
Irondequoit typically sees around 12 rainy days in May with 81 mm (3.2 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Irondequoit during May are cool at around 10°C (50°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F) in May, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Irondequoit with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Irondequoit during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Irondequoit gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Irondequoit during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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