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Buffalo, NY Weather on May 27
May 27th in Buffalo, NY typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 72°F and lows near 52°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 27th was in 2020 (78°F average), while the coldest was 1983 (48°F) — a 30°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 33% of May 27th dates historically, with the wettest May 27th recording 2.59" of rain. The last decade has been 8.8°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Buffalo, NY? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 27 Weather Records for Buffalo
- •The all-time record high for May 27th in Buffalo, NY is 89°F, set in 1978.
- •The coldest May 27th on record dropped to 38°F in 1994.
- •Last year (1971), May 27th was 16°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Buffalo?
The warmest May 27 in Buffalo, NY reached 89°F in 1978. That is 17°F above the long-term average high of 72°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Buffalo?
The coldest May 27 in Buffalo, NY dropped to 38°F in 1994. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 52°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Buffalo?
On May 27, Buffalo averages a high of 72°F and a low of 52°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from GRAND ISLAND.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Buffalo?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Buffalo, NY, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 27 Weather History in Buffalo
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 73°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 77°F | 62°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 2023 | 78°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 72°F | 59°F | 2.03" | -- |
| 2021 | 66°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 87°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 74°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 83°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 68°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 81°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 81°F | 63°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2014 | 75°F | 59°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 2013 | 71°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 84°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 63°F | 53°F | 2.59" | -- |
| 2010 | 84°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 79°F | 56°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 2008 | 66°F | 41°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2007 | 77°F | 60°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2006 | 73°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 68°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 74°F | 50°F | 1.32" | -- |
| 2003 | 63°F | 50°F | 0.71" | -- |
| 2002 | 76°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 71°F | 50°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 2000 | 66°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 60°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 76°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 65°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 68°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 71°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 58°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 62°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 59°F | 44°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1991 | 77°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 74°F | 53°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1989 | 60°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 73°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 85°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 76°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 72°F | 58°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1984 | 65°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 56°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 81°F | 59°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1981 | 70°F | 58°F | 1.96" | -- |
| 1980 | 64°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 62°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 89°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 80°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 69°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 75°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 62°F | 43°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1973 | 70°F | 49°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1972 | 78°F | 43°F | -- | -- |
| 1971 | 56°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: GRAND ISLAND
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Buffalo, NY, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.