Monthly climate guide
Cleveland weather in May
Expect mild weather in Cleveland in May: afternoons reach about 18°C (64°F), while nights drop to around 11°C (52°F). Around 94 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 7°C warmer than April and 5°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- In Cleveland, May is late spring.
- Cleveland is usually about 2°C cooler than Detroit, 150 km away, in May.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 5°C warmer.
Avg high
18°C
64°F
Avg low
11°C
52°F
Rainfall
94 mm
wet
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
75%
cloud · often cloudy
Cleveland weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 32°F | -5°C / 22°F | 59 mm | 85% | 84% |
| February | 1°C / 33°F | -5°C / 22°F | 62 mm | 85% | 79% |
| March | 5°C / 41°F | -2°C / 29°F | 73 mm | 82% | 77% |
| April | 11°C / 52°F | 4°C / 39°F | 87 mm | 80% | 77% |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 11°C / 52°F | 94 mm | 81% | 75% |
| June | 23°C / 73°F | 17°C / 62°F | 107 mm | 78% | 68% |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 69°F | 89 mm | 75% | 62% |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 20°C / 68°F | 79 mm | 72% | 59% |
| September | 23°C / 74°F | 17°C / 62°F | 89 mm | 74% | 59% |
| October | 17°C / 62°F | 11°C / 51°F | 99 mm | 77% | 68% |
| November | 9°C / 48°F | 4°C / 38°F | 64 mm | 78% | 73% |
| December | 4°C / 39°F | 0°C / 31°F | 67 mm | 84% | 84% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Cleveland?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Cleveland →Other United States cities in May
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Cleveland in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Cleveland?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Cleveland, with highs around 18°C and about 94 mm of rain.
How warm is Cleveland in May?
Average highs are about 18°C (64°F) and average lows about 11°C (52°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Cleveland in May?
Cleveland typically gets around 94 mm of rain in May — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Cleveland (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.