Temperatures in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Washington with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 15°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Washington in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Washington with mild temperatures, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights close to 9°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 23°C, with nights close to 11°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Washington will be around 26°C, with nights close to 14°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 94 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 40% per day this month. The weather’s variable. There are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Washington. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Washington in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
22°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
26°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
18°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
94 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Washington?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Washington. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Washington in May
With 31°C, Washington hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Washington
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Washington, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Washington
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Washington, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 12 days of rain in Washington.
Daily UV Index in May in Washington
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Washington, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Washington Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Washington, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Washington Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Washington, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Washington
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Average Weather in Washington by Month
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