Tacoma in May
7.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
10Rainy days (61 mm)
14:53 hDaylight
05:40Sunrise · 20:32 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 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 (±4.1 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 | 8°C | 4°C | 166 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.2 |
| February | 10°C | 4°C | 116 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.1 |
| March | 12°C | 5°C | 132 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.1 |
| April | 14°C | 7°C | 100 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 18°C | 10°C | 61 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| June | 21°C | 12°C | 40 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.0 |
| July | 25°C | 14°C | 15 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| August | 25°C | 15°C | 23 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| September | 22°C | 13°C | 50 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 16°C | 9°C | 111 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.3 |
| November | 11°C | 6°C | 182 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.6 |
| December | 8°C | 4°C | 174 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Tacoma in May?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Tacoma?
The best months are July, August, September.