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Cambridge, MA Weather on May 16
May 16th in Cambridge, MA typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 70°F and lows near 48°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 16th was in 2014 (72°F average), while the coldest was 2001 (44°F) — a 28°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 44% of May 16th dates historically, with the wettest May 16th recording 3.07" of rain. The last decade has been 7.8°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 16
Planning for May 16th in Cambridge, MA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 16 Weather Records for Cambridge
- •The all-time record high for May 16th in Cambridge, MA is 87°F, set in 2018.
- •The coldest May 16th on record dropped to 30°F in 2001.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on May 16th in 1 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 16 ever in Cambridge?
The warmest May 16 in Cambridge, MA reached 87°F in 2018. That is 17°F above the long-term average high of 70°F.
What was the coldest May 16 ever in Cambridge?
The coldest May 16 in Cambridge, MA dropped to 30°F in 2001. That is 18°F below the long-term average low of 48°F.
What is the average temperature on May 16 in Cambridge?
On May 16, Cambridge averages a high of 70°F and a low of 48°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from CHESTNUT HILL.
How many years of weather data are available for May 16 in Cambridge?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 16 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 16 Weather History in Cambridge
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 71°F | 59°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 2024 | 74°F | 54°F | 2.34" | -- |
| 2023 | 76°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 82°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 79°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 81°F | 52°F | 1.78" | -- |
| 2019 | 60°F | 43°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2018 | 87°F | 52°F | 3.07" | -- |
| 2017 | 63°F | 47°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2016 | 63°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 74°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 82°F | 63°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2013 | 69°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 75°F | 60°F | 1.37" | -- |
| 2011 | 61°F | 46°F | 1.27" | -- |
| 2010 | 70°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 77°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 68°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 64°F | 46°F | 2.01" | -- |
| 2006 | 56°F | 48°F | 1.32" | -- |
| 2005 | 53°F | 44°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 2004 | 73°F | 51°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2003 | 49°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 60°F | 39°F | -- | -- |
| 2001 | 58°F | 30°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2000 | 65°F | 40°F | -- | -- |
| 1999 | 77°F | 39°F | -- | -- |
| 1998 | 84°F | 50°F | -- | -- |
| 1997 | 74°F | 50°F | 0.71" | -- |
| 1996 | 72°F | 36°F | -- | -- |
| 1995 | 50°F | 47°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 1994 | 76°F | 48°F | -- | -- |
| 1993 | 74°F | 52°F | -- | -- |
| 1992 | 61°F | 48°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1991 | 75°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 80°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 74°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 73°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 69°F | 42°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1986 | 72°F | 38°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1985 | 81°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 61°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 60°F | 49°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1982 | 67°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 75°F | 56°F | -- | -- |
| 1980 | 66°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 64°F | 52°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1978 | 49°F | 45°F | 2.34" | -- |
| 1977 | 72°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | -- | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 80°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 84°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 60°F | 45°F | 1.3" | -- |
| 1972 | 64°F | 58°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 1971 | 72°F | 47°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.