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Kennett Square in May
Kennett Square warms up: highs climb to 72°F (22°C), from 62°F in April, with lows of 51°F (11°C) and about 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain.
At 83/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 72°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (98 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What May feels like
Warm afternoons near 72°F (22°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 51°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (98 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May is one of Kennett Square's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 72°F, up from 62°F in April.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by June, the score drops to 76/100.
- Comfort improves from 80/100 in April to 83/100.
- Our Philadelphia, Longwood & Lancaster route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — May falls outside it.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes72°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.9 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kennett Square in May
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Chaddsford Winery
Tasting room in a restored barn on US 1, one of the oldest and best-known wineries in Pennsylvania.
Talula's Table
Market and cafe on State Street by day; at night a single farm table seats one party for a long tasting dinner.
Why now May scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Longwood Gardens
Former du Pont estate garden; for A Longwood Christmas it lights its outdoor trees and fills the conservatory with decorated firs.
Why now Highs near 72°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Brandywine Museum of Art
Converted mill on Brandywine Creek with three generations of Wyeth paintings and a large model railroad at Christmas.
Nearby in May
- Philadelphia in May~30 mi · highs 72°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lancaster in May~34 mi · highs 72°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Baltimore in May~61 mi · highs 74°F, 4.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Washington, DC in May~96 mi · highs 74°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Kennett Square in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Kennett Square?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 83/100. Expect highs of 72°F (22°C) and 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain.
How hot is Kennett Square in May?
Average highs are 72°F (22°C) and average lows 51°F (11°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kennett Square in May?
Some: about 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.3 in (1226 mm).
What should I pack for Kennett Square in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (72°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.9 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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