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Quincy, MA Weather on May 16
May 16th in Quincy, MA typically brings mild spring weather, with average highs around 68°F and lows near 48°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 16th was in 2022 (72°F average), while the coldest was 1984 (45°F) — a 27°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 51% of May 16th dates historically, with the wettest May 16th recording 3.2" of rain. The last decade has been 7.5°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 16
Planning for May 16th in Quincy, MA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 16 Weather Records for Quincy
- •The all-time record high for May 16th in Quincy, MA is 86°F, set in 1991.
- •The coldest May 16th on record dropped to 36°F in 1999.
- •Last year (1971), May 16th was 13°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 16 ever in Quincy?
The warmest May 16 in Quincy, MA reached 86°F in 1991. That is 18°F above the long-term average high of 68°F.
What was the coldest May 16 ever in Quincy?
The coldest May 16 in Quincy, MA dropped to 36°F in 1999. That is 12°F below the long-term average low of 48°F.
What is the average temperature on May 16 in Quincy?
On May 16, Quincy averages a high of 68°F and a low of 48°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from HINGHAM.
How many years of weather data are available for May 16 in Quincy?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 16 in Quincy, 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 Quincy
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 78°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 63°F | 53°F | 2.59" | -- |
| 2023 | 82°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 85°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 80°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 70°F | 52°F | 2.69" | -- |
| 2019 | 68°F | 43°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2018 | 60°F | 52°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2017 | 80°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 58°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 71°F | 54°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2014 | 76°F | 62°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2013 | 82°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 74°F | 61°F | 1.93" | -- |
| 2011 | 52°F | 47°F | 1.6" | -- |
| 2010 | 72°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 71°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 62°F | 45°F | 0.94" | -- |
| 2007 | 68°F | 47°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 2006 | 54°F | 48°F | 1.37" | -- |
| 2005 | 59°F | 43°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 2004 | 75°F | 52°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2003 | 49°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 78°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 50°F | 47°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2000 | 68°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 66°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 68°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 62°F | 51°F | 1.17" | -- |
| 1996 | 65°F | 40°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 1995 | 64°F | 47°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1994 | 54°F | 46°F | 2.67" | -- |
| 1993 | 75°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 61°F | 47°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1991 | 86°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 65°F | 54°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 1989 | 64°F | 48°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1988 | 74°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 68°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 70°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 72°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 54°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 58°F | 44°F | 0.86" | -- |
| 1982 | 70°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 67°F | 57°F | 1.19" | -- |
| 1980 | 73°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 74°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 47°F | 45°F | 3.2" | -- |
| 1977 | 81°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 70°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 73°F | 53°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 1974 | 81°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 65°F | 46°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 1972 | 72°F | 55°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 1971 | 55°F | 47°F | 2.74" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: HINGHAM
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Quincy, MA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.