Cincinnati weather in May
May in Cincinnati averages 75°F by day and 54°F at night, with 4.7 inches of precipitation. It is the 5th-warmest and 2nd-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 75°F+9° vs April
- Average low
- 54°F0 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 4.7 in9 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.0 in0 days at 90°F+
Is May a good time to visit Cincinnati?
May is pleasant by day, but it is one of the wetter months. The most comfortable months overall are July to October.
What to do in Cincinnati in May
Mix it up: Tyler Davidson Fountain, Taft Museum of Art, Cincinnati Music Hall, Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal. All things to do in Cincinnati.
On May 15 the sun rises at 6:25 am and sets at 8:44 pm, giving 14h 19m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Cincinnati in May
- T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
- An umbrella or rain jacket
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
May nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | 75°F | 54°F | 4.7 in | |
| Dayton, OH | 44 mi | 74°F | 54°F | 4.5 in |
| Lexington, KY | 79 mi | 76°F | 55°F | 5.4 in |
| Louisville, KY | 91 mi | 78°F | 59°F | 5.2 in |
| Indianapolis, IN | 95 mi | 73°F | 54°F | 4.8 in |
| Fishers, IN | 96 mi | 74°F | 52°F | 4.9 in |
| Columbus, OH | 98 mi | 74°F | 52°F | 4.0 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Cincinnati in May?
In May, Cincinnati averages a high of 75°F and a low of 54°F, with 4.7 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is May a good time to visit Cincinnati?
May is mild by day but wetter than ideal, with 4.7 inches of rain.
Does it snow in Cincinnati in May?
Rarely. The May snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: Cincinnati in April and Cincinnati in June. All twelve months: Cincinnati weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Cincinnati Northern Ky Airport, KY, 11.1 miles from the city center.