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Cary, NC Weather on May 27
May 27th in Cary, NC typically brings warm spring weather, with average highs around 80°F and lows near 60°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 27th was in 2019 (81°F average), while the coldest was 1979 (55°F) — a 26°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 35% of May 27th dates historically, with the wettest May 27th recording 3.48" of rain. The last decade has been 1.6°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Cary, NC? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 27 Weather Records for Cary
- •The all-time record high for May 27th in Cary, NC is 93°F, set in 2019.
- •The coldest May 27th on record dropped to 46°F in 1988.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 27th in 6 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Cary?
The warmest May 27 in Cary, NC reached 93°F in 2019. That is 13°F above the long-term average high of 80°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Cary?
The coldest May 27 in Cary, NC dropped to 46°F in 1988. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 60°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Cary?
On May 27, Cary averages a high of 80°F and a low of 60°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from CARY.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Cary?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Cary, NC, 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 Cary
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 65°F | 55°F | -- | -- |
| 2024 | 88°F | 65°F | 2.01" | -- |
| 2023 | 66°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 80°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 92°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 74°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 93°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 83°F | 68°F | 1.47" | -- |
| 2017 | 80°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 87°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 85°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 73°F | 51°F | -- | -- |
| 2012 | 84°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 90°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 80°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 76°F | 63°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2008 | 83°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 88°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 88°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 80°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 90°F | 66°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2003 | 77°F | 60°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2002 | 88°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 76°F | 55°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 2000 | 86°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 69°F | 57°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1998 | 86°F | 66°F | 2.03" | -- |
| 1997 | 82°F | 57°F | 3.45" | -- |
| 1996 | 70°F | 60°F | 1.63" | -- |
| 1995 | 89°F | 65°F | 1.88" | -- |
| 1994 | 85°F | 60°F | 1.65" | -- |
| 1993 | 71°F | 61°F | 1.02" | -- |
| 1992 | 57°F | 53°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1991 | 88°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 84°F | 65°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 1989 | 91°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 70°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 76°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 80°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 85°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 89°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 81°F | 52°F | 1.14" | -- |
| 1982 | 81°F | 67°F | 1.73" | -- |
| 1981 | 85°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 77°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 64°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 90°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 75°F | 64°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1976 | 75°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 84°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 72°F | 54°F | 3.48" | -- |
| 1973 | 68°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 64°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 83°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: CARY
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Cary, NC, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.