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Seattle weather in May

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Seattle May weather at a glance

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In May, Seattle averages 12.8°C, with typical highs of 17.4°C and lows of 9°C. The historical average is 12 wet days and 72% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in May, it is 3.8°C cooler than Seoul, with 3 more wet days.

Seattle May temperature & humidity

Average12.8°CHigh 17.4° / low 9°
Humidity72%
Wet days12 days37% of days
Day–night range8.4°

Seattle May rain & wet days

Wet days12 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days37%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Seattle in May

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 17.4°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 9°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light jacket or cardiganLong-sleeve topsCompact umbrella
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Seattle May sunrise & sunset times

2026 May · Local time (America/Los_Angeles)

Sunrise on the 15th05:32
Sunset on the 15th20:41
Daylight duration15h 9m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-05-0105:5220:2214h 30m
2026-05-1505:3220:4115h 9m
2026-05-3105:1620:5915h 42m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Seattle

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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May weather by year

May 202412.2°13 wet days, 76% humidity
May 202513.4°10 wet days, 68% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

121°8°
222°10°
314°9°5.5mm
415°7°
518°8°
624°9°
717°10°
816°8°
920°8°
1017°11°
1116°11°3.3mm
1218°10°
1318°9°
1417°10°
1514°9°2.2mm
1615°10°2.8mm
1714°10°11mm
1816°8°1mm
1915°10°8.3mm
2016°9°
2116°9°3.1mm
2218°10°
2318°9°
2422°9°
2521°11°
2620°12°
2721°10°
2828°12°
2919°13°6.3mm
3024°10°
3116°12°1.3mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Seattle weather like in May?

In May, Seattle averages 12.8°C, with typical highs of 17.4°C and lows of 9°C. The historical average is 12 wet days and 72% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is fair.

Does it rain a lot in Seattle in May?

There are about 12 wet days in May. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Seattle in May?

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

What are the best months to visit Seattle?

Recent weather data rates June, July, August, September among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Seattle weather in May in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Seattle in May?

On 2026-05-15, calculated sunrise is 05:32 and sunset is 20:41 in local time (America/Los_Angeles). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations