SeasonMapChicago vs New York in May
New York is the better pick in May — 88 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. New York is nice, rainy, while Chicago is nice, rainy, muggy air.
Chicago vs New York — May climate, side by side
| Chicago | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort score | 83/100 (A) | 88/100 (A) |
| Feels-like high | 19°C | 21°C |
| Avg high / low | 20° / 10° | 22° / 13° |
| Rainfall | 109 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 | 10 |
| Humidity | 75% | 73% |
| Air quality (AQI) | 55 | 57 |
Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.
Chicago vs New York in May — FAQ
- Is May better in Chicago or New York?
- New York is the better pick in May — 88 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. New York is nice, rainy, while Chicago is nice, rainy, muggy air.
- What is the weather like in Chicago vs New York in May?
- In May, Chicago averages 20°C high / 10°C low with about 109 mm of rain; New York averages 22°C high / 13°C low with about 105 mm.