Mild
Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
May verdict
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States in May
Weather score43Mixed
Mixed for holiday weather
Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8.4h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 77mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
May weather
Monthly averages
Temp
21°C
Rain
77mm
Sun
8.4h
Sea
7°C
Weather score
43
Mixed
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 77mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 8.4h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 7°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
May21°C average high
May sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsMay to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
May77mm average rain
May is wetter than Grand Rapids' yearly average, so flexible plans matter more.
Driest monthsJanuary to March
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
May8.4 hours average sun
May is brighter than Grand Rapids' yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.
Brightest monthsMay to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
May7°C average sea
May is below Grand Rapids' yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJuly to September
Sea temperatures are usually near 20°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
May43 weather score
May sits close to Grand Rapids' yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJune to August
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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