Rochester in May
7.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 19°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
19°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
11Rainy days (79 mm)
14:30 hDaylight
05:25Sunrise · 19:55 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 19°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 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 (±3.8 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 | 0°C | -8°C | 84 mm | 9 | – | – | 3.8 |
| February | 1°C | -7°C | 80 mm | 9 | – | – | 4.0 |
| March | 6°C | -3°C | 105 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.6 |
| April | 13°C | 3°C | 104 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.0 |
| May | 19°C | 9°C | 79 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.1 |
| June | 24°C | 14°C | 99 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| July | 27°C | 17°C | 88 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 26°C | 17°C | 86 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| September | 22°C | 13°C | 87 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 15°C | 7°C | 106 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.6 |
| November | 9°C | 1°C | 91 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.6 |
| December | 3°C | -4°C | 110 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Rochester in May?
Daytime highs average 19°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Rochester?
The best months are August, September, July, June.