Columbus in May
7.9out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
17°CAvg low
9Rainy days (66 mm)
13:40 hDaylight
06:46Sunrise · 20:26 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.6 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 | 14°C | 4°C | 109 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.4 |
| February | 17°C | 5°C | 110 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.9 |
| March | 21°C | 8°C | 107 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.5 |
| April | 25°C | 12°C | 84 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 29°C | 17°C | 66 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| June | 32°C | 21°C | 89 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.6 |
| July | 33°C | 23°C | 112 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 32°C | 22°C | 96 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.2 |
| September | 30°C | 19°C | 86 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 25°C | 13°C | 75 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| November | 20°C | 8°C | 91 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.7 |
| December | 15°C | 5°C | 112 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Columbus in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 17°C.
When is the best time to visit Columbus?
The best months are October, April, May, September.