Albany in May
Planning a trip to Albany in May? Here's the honest weather briefing for what autumn looks like on the ground.
Daytime highs average 20.5 degrees, dropping to 12.6 degrees overnight. That's a 8-degree swing between day and night. Comfortable during the day, with evenings that invite a light layer.
May's temperature is very close to the annual average for Albany.
The rain data says 72mm over 10 days. A decent amount, but not relentless.
Sunshine-wise, May delivers around 9.9 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the moderate category. Sunscreen is still wise, especially if you burn easily.
The Comfort Score for May comes in at 6.5/10, solidly pleasant.
Packing tip: bring layers you can peel on and off, and a rain jacket or compact umbrella.
Scroll down for the detailed climate data, or explore what nearby cities are like in May.
May at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in May. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Layered clothing for mild to cool conditions
- Proper rain gear for frequent showers
Coming From Overseas?
How May in Albany stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 2 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 2 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 4 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
How May Compares
Albany's monthly climate at a glance. May is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.7 | 16.0 | 32mm | 9.9 |
| Feb | 25.1 | 16.7 | 7mm | 10.0 |
| Mar | 23.3 | 15.5 | 13mm | 10.0 |
| Apr | 21.4 | 13.7 | 14mm | 8.4 |
| May | 20.5 | 12.6 | 72mm | 6.5 |
| Jun | 16.9 | 10.2 | 60mm | 3.8 |
| Jul | 16.6 | 9.9 | 65mm | 3.4 |
| Aug | 17.3 | 10.3 | 79mm | 4.1 |
| Sep | 17.1 | 9.9 | 35mm | 4.4 |
| Oct | 20.4 | 11.4 | 35mm | 8.1 |
| Nov | 20.2 | 12.2 | 35mm | 8.1 |
| Dec | 22.2 | 14.2 | 11mm | 9.9 |