Charleston vs New York in May

New York is the better pick in May — 88 vs 80 on SeasonMap's comfort score. New York is nice, rainy, while Charleston is hot, rainy, clean air.

Charleston vs New YorkMay climate, side by side

CharlestonNew York
Comfort score80/100 (A)88/100 (A)
Feels-like high29°C21°C
Avg high / low26° / 21°22° / 13°
Rainfall92 mm105 mm
Rainy days610
Humidity75%73%
Air quality (AQI)4757

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Charleston vs New York in May — FAQ

Is May better in Charleston or New York?
New York is the better pick in May — 88 vs 80 on SeasonMap's comfort score. New York is nice, rainy, while Charleston is hot, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Charleston vs New York in May?
In May, Charleston averages 26°C high / 21°C low with about 92 mm of rain; New York averages 22°C high / 13°C low with about 105 mm.