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Cambridge, MA Weather on May 27
May 27th in Cambridge, MA typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 73°F and lows near 52°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 27th was in 2021 (78°F average), while the coldest was 1974 (42°F) — a 36°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 31% of May 27th dates historically, with the wettest May 27th recording 1.3" of rain. The last decade has been 7.4°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Cambridge, MA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 27 Weather Records for Cambridge
- •The all-time record high for May 27th in Cambridge, MA is 94°F, set in 2010.
- •The coldest May 27th on record dropped to 38°F in 1973.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 27th in 2 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Cambridge?
The warmest May 27 in Cambridge, MA reached 94°F in 2010. That is 21°F above the long-term average high of 73°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Cambridge?
The coldest May 27 in Cambridge, MA dropped to 38°F in 1973. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 52°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Cambridge?
On May 27, Cambridge averages a high of 73°F and a low of 52°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from CHESTNUT HILL.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Cambridge?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Cambridge, MA, 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 Cambridge
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 71°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 82°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 70°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 74°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 92°F | 65°F | 0.71" | -- |
| 2020 | 80°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 88°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 89°F | 55°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2017 | 59°F | 48°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 2016 | 88°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 86°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 79°F | 56°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2013 | 60°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 85°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 81°F | 60°F | -- | -- |
| 2010 | 94°F | 56°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2009 | 58°F | 49°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2008 | 80°F | 62°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2007 | 71°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 74°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 61°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 64°F | 50°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 2003 | 57°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 71°F | 53°F | -- | -- |
| 2001 | 71°F | 55°F | 0.58" | -- |
| 2000 | 72°F | 53°F | -- | -- |
| 1999 | 70°F | 53°F | -- | -- |
| 1998 | 86°F | 52°F | -- | -- |
| 1997 | 70°F | 46°F | -- | -- |
| 1996 | 72°F | 50°F | -- | -- |
| 1995 | 62°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 59°F | 50°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1993 | 68°F | 47°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1992 | 60°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 72°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 76°F | 44°F | 0.94" | -- |
| 1989 | 81°F | 60°F | -- | -- |
| 1988 | 66°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 74°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 61°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 79°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 87°F | 52°F | 1.3" | -- |
| 1983 | 69°F | 45°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1982 | 82°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 85°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 69°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 65°F | 48°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1978 | 65°F | 52°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1977 | 79°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | -- | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 75°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 45°F | 40°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1973 | 52°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 64°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 74°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: CHESTNUT HILL
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Cambridge, MA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.