Detroit · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 68°F, low 51°F. Expect 16 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
68° / 51°F
Humidity
69%
Rain days
16/mo
Wind
14 mph
What May feels like in Detroit
Sunrise
06:10
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:47
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Detroit in May
The kit for May in Detroit: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+13° avg high
-1 rain days
Detroit in April →
May
68°F avg high
16 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-10° avg high
0 rain days
Detroit in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Detroit in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Detroit in May?+
Average high 68°F, average low 51°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Detroit?+
Compared to April (avg high 55°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 78°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Detroit in May?+
Expect about 16 measurable rain days in May, on average.