Typical Run Score
83
Great
New York City · May
Running in New York City in May
Typical May running conditions in New York City — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
62°F
Warm
Avg dew point
51°F
Comfortable
Best window
6–9 AM
Local time
New York City · today vs the May normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How May compares in New York City
May ranks 4th of 12 months for running in New York City, with a typical daytime Run Score of 83 (Great). For reference, the best month is October (score 88) and the hardest is July (score 58). The kindest window in May is typically 6–9 AM. Precipitation falls in roughly 15% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the May norm.
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Running in New York City in May: FAQ
Is it good to run in New York City in May?
Yes — it's one of the better months to run here. The typical daytime Run Score is 83 (Great), with temperatures around 62°F (16°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 6–9 AM.
How hot is it for running in New York City in May?
Typical temperatures average 62°F (16°C) (Warm) with dew points near 51°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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