May 10 is generally a great time to visit New York. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°C weather. As it's peak season for New York, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for New York
Currency
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Language
English
Driving
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
New York Weather Forecast for May 10
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19.2°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New York in May
Based on historical data for May 10, New York typically experiences temperatures between 10°C and 19.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for New York
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
19.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19.2°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 1.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
64%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.8 hPa
Medium volatility
New York Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 17 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 26 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 43 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.4°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~694
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in New York
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:45
☀️ Noon
11:53
🌇 Sunset
19:02
⏱️ Daylight
14h 16m
Wind Speed
18.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
69%
Slightly humid
Travel Intelligence
Exclusive flight analytics & health data for New York
Smart Flight Estimator
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Travel Health & Safety in New York
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, New York on May 10 averages 19.2°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
New York Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 9
19.5°C • 22% rain
Score
95
May 15
20.7°C • 27% rain
Score
95
May 16
21.1°C • 26% rain
Score
95
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is New York Worth Visiting on May 10?
Planning a trip to New York on May 10? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 19.2°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 694 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 14.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.37m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 10 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.9°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 2.6°C in 2020.