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Grand Rapids, MI Weather on May 27
May 27th in Grand Rapids, MI typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 73°F and lows near 50°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 27th was in 1987 (79°F average), while the coldest was 1994 (48°F) — a 31°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 2.84" of rain. The last decade has been 6.6°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Grand Rapids, MI? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 27 Weather Records for Grand Rapids
- •The all-time record high for May 27th in Grand Rapids, MI is 91°F, set in 2020.
- •The coldest May 27th on record dropped to 33°F in 1992.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 27th in 2 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 27th was 9°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Grand Rapids?
The warmest May 27 in Grand Rapids, MI reached 91°F in 2020. That is 18°F above the long-term average high of 73°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Grand Rapids?
The coldest May 27 in Grand Rapids, MI dropped to 33°F in 1992. That is 17°F below the long-term average low of 50°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Grand Rapids?
On May 27, Grand Rapids averages a high of 73°F and a low of 50°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from E GRAND RAPIDS.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Grand Rapids?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Grand Rapids, MI, 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 Grand Rapids
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 72°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 76°F | 55°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 2023 | 75°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 76°F | 58°F | 1.19" | -- |
| 2021 | 75°F | 42°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2020 | 91°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 76°F | 48°F | 0.58" | -- |
| 2018 | 84°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 71°F | 48°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2016 | 84°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 74°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 82°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 60°F | 50°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2012 | 86°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 61°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 85°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 78°F | 58°F | 2.82" | -- |
| 2008 | 64°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 71°F | 55°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2006 | 85°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 66°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 72°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 75°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 77°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 57°F | 49°F | 1.65" | -- |
| 2000 | 61°F | 55°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 1999 | 75°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 81°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 69°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 63°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 71°F | 46°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1994 | 61°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 67°F | 50°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1992 | 66°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 85°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 78°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 65°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 82°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 89°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 69°F | 59°F | 0.61" | -- |
| 1985 | 65°F | 54°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 1984 | 67°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 69°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 74°F | 62°F | 2.84" | -- |
| 1981 | 67°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 80°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 63°F | 45°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1978 | 91°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 86°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 76°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 72°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 67°F | 35°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1973 | 62°F | 56°F | 2.03" | -- |
| 1972 | 83°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 64°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: E GRAND RAPIDS
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Grand Rapids, MI, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.