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May is a good month in Patchogue

Climate Overview

Patchogue, United States in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 17.9°C (64°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 12 days this month. Sea temperature stays cool at 13.2°C (56°F).

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 16°C (61°F) at the start to 20°C (68°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 109 mm across the month.

Expect around 8.7h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 9.9h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 26th, averaging 20.4°C (69°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 5°C warmer with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
18°C / 12°C
Feels Like
17°C / 9°C
Rain
12 days · 108 mm
Sunshine
10h / day
Humidity
77% — Humid
Wind
23 km/h
Wind Direction
S (181°)
Gusts
38 km/h
Daylight
14.5 h
Cloud Cover
65%
Clear Sky Days
3.3
UV Index
6.3 — High
Sea Temperature
13°C
Dew Point
11°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:36
Daylight 14.4h
Sunset 20:03

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.

Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
5°C / 0°C
Feels Like
0°C / -6°C
Rain
10days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
6.1h Fair
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
2.4 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
February
Poor
Temp
6°C / 0°C
Feels Like
2°C / -5°C
Rain
10days (103 mm) Wet
Sun
6.8h Fair
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
March
Poor
Temp
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
5°C / -3°C
Rain
11days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
4.6 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
April
Fair
Temp
13°C / 7°C
Feels Like
11°C / 3°C
Rain
11days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.4 High
May
Good
Temp
18°C / 12°C
Feels Like
17°C / 9°C
Rain
12days (108 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
6.3 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 18°C
Feels Like
25°C / 17°C
Rain
9days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
7.1 Very High
July best
Good
Temp
27°C / 22°C
Feels Like
30°C / 24°C
Rain
11days (102 mm) Wet
Sun
11.9h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
7.3 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 22°C
Feels Like
29°C / 23°C
Rain
10days (88 mm) Wet
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
6.6 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 19°C
Feels Like
24°C / 18°C
Rain
9days (106 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
5.1 High
October best
Good
Temp
18°C / 13°C
Feels Like
17°C / 11°C
Rain
10days (123 mm) Wet
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
4 Moderate
November
Fair
Temp
12°C / 7°C
Feels Like
9°C / 2°C
Rain
8days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
December
Poor
Temp
7°C / 2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -3°C
Rain
11days (132 mm) Wet
Sun
5.7h Fair
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 5°C / 0°C 0°C / -6°C 10days (101 mm) Wet 6.1h Fair 69% Muggy 2.4 Moderate Poor View Details
February 6°C / 0°C 2°C / -5°C 10days (103 mm) Wet 6.8h Fair 71% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Poor View Details
March 9°C / 3°C 5°C / -3°C 11days (111 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 69% Muggy 4.6 Moderate Poor View Details
April 13°C / 7°C 11°C / 3°C 11days (111 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 72% Muggy 5.4 High Fair View Details
May 18°C / 12°C 17°C / 9°C 12days (108 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 77% Humid 6.3 High Good View Details
June best 23°C / 18°C 25°C / 17°C 9days (73 mm) Wet 11.6h Excellent 77% Humid 7.1 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 27°C / 22°C 30°C / 24°C 11days (102 mm) Wet 11.9h Excellent 79% Humid 7.3 Very High Good View Details
August best 26°C / 22°C 29°C / 23°C 10days (88 mm) Wet 11h Excellent 77% Humid 6.6 High Excellent View Details
September best 23°C / 19°C 24°C / 18°C 9days (106 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 77% Humid 5.1 High Excellent View Details
October best 18°C / 13°C 17°C / 11°C 10days (123 mm) Wet 7.7h Good 75% Muggy 4 Moderate Good View Details
November 12°C / 7°C 9°C / 2°C 8days (89 mm) Wet 7h Good 69% Muggy 2.9 Moderate Fair View Details
December 7°C / 2°C 3°C / -3°C 11days (132 mm) Wet 5.7h Fair 71% Muggy 2.1 Moderate Poor 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 Patchogue, with average highs of 18°C (64°F) and around 12 rainy days. Patchogue, United States in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 17.9°C (64°F) and noticeably cooler mornings.
Patchogue typically sees around 12 rainy days in May with 108 mm (4.3 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Patchogue during May are cool at around 12°C (53°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 12°C (53°F) in May, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Patchogue. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Patchogue during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Patchogue gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Patchogue during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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