Late spring · Weather & things to do
Beacon in May
Beacon warms up: highs climb to 70°F (21°C), from 59°F in April, with lows of 49°F (10°C) and about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain.
May opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 82/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (99 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs settle around 70°F (21°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 49°F (10°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (99 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May is one of Beacon's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 70°F, up from 59°F in April.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: May and September & October.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by June, the score drops to 74/100.
- Comfort improves from 74/100 in April to 82/100.
- May sits inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 70°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.9 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Beacon in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Bannerman Castle
Guided tours of a ruined arsenal on Pollepel Island in the Hudson.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best May–Oct.
Beacon Bread Company
Bakery-cafe on Main Street with scratch breakfasts and bread.
Why now May scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Breakneck Ridge
Steep rock scramble with big Hudson Highlands views.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Bank Square Coffeehouse
Coffeehouse on the corner of Main Street and Route 9D.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Brothers Trattoria
Long-running family Italian on Main Street, open since 1998.
Nearby in May
- Manhattan in May~50 mi · highs 69°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hudson in May~52 mi · highs 70°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- New York City in May~55 mi · highs 63°F, 4.0 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Philadelphia in May~124 mi · highs 72°F, 3.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Beacon in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Beacon?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 82/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain. May is inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
How hot is Beacon in May?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 49°F (10°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beacon in May?
Some: about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1229 mm).
What should I pack for Beacon in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 70°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.9 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in May
- Hudson Valley by Rail Apr – Nov
Planning Beacon in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.