Ithaca in May
6.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 20°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
20°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
13Rainy days (91 mm)
14:25 hDaylight
05:50Sunrise · 20:15 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 20°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.7 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 | 0°C | -8°C | 73 mm | 12 | – | – | 3.5 |
| February | 1°C | -7°C | 64 mm | 11 | – | – | 3.7 |
| March | 6°C | -3°C | 90 mm | 12 | – | – | 4.4 |
| April | 13°C | 3°C | 99 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 20°C | 9°C | 91 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.9 |
| June | 24°C | 14°C | 100 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 26°C | 17°C | 96 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| August | 25°C | 16°C | 87 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| September | 22°C | 12°C | 98 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| October | 15°C | 6°C | 103 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.2 |
| November | 8°C | 1°C | 85 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.1 |
| December | 2°C | -4°C | 86 mm | 12 | – | – | 3.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Ithaca in May?
Daytime highs average 20°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Ithaca?
The best months are September, August, June, July.