Columbus in May
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
12Rainy days (130 mm)
14:20 hDaylight
06:16Sunrise · 20:36 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C | -9°C | 22 mm | 4 | – | – | 4.5 |
| February | 4°C | -7°C | 26 mm | 5 | – | – | 4.9 |
| March | 11°C | -1°C | 51 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.0 |
| April | 17°C | 5°C | 89 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.9 |
| May | 23°C | 11°C | 130 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 29°C | 17°C | 112 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| July | 31°C | 19°C | 69 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.4 |
| August | 29°C | 18°C | 80 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| September | 26°C | 13°C | 64 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 18°C | 6°C | 60 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 10°C | -1°C | 37 mm | 5 | – | – | 6.3 |
| December | 3°C | -7°C | 30 mm | 4 | – | – | 4.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Columbus in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 11°C.
When is the best time to visit Columbus?
The best months are September, August, June, October.