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Rochester, NY Weather on May 17
May 17th in Rochester, NY typically brings mild spring weather, with average highs around 68°F and lows near 47°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 17th was in 1992 (73°F average), while the coldest was 1983 (43°F) — a 30°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 38% of May 17th dates historically, with the wettest May 17th recording 3.66" of rain. The last decade has been 1.7°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 17
Planning for May 17th in Rochester, NY? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 17 Weather Records for Rochester
- •The all-time record high for May 17th in Rochester, NY is 89°F, set in 1977.
- •The coldest May 17th on record dropped to 30°F in 1983.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on May 17th in 1 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 17th was 5°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 17 ever in Rochester?
The warmest May 17 in Rochester, NY reached 89°F in 1977. That is 21°F above the long-term average high of 68°F.
What was the coldest May 17 ever in Rochester?
The coldest May 17 in Rochester, NY dropped to 30°F in 1983. That is 17°F below the long-term average low of 47°F.
What is the average temperature on May 17 in Rochester?
On May 17, Rochester averages a high of 68°F and a low of 47°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from ROCHESTER GTR INTL.
How many years of weather data are available for May 17 in Rochester?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 17 in Rochester, NY, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 17 Weather History in Rochester
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 76°F | 55°F | 1.32" | -- |
| 2024 | 76°F | 56°F | 3.66" | -- |
| 2023 | 50°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 62°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 75°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 66°F | 44°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2019 | 70°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 78°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 86°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 63°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 77°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 57°F | 42°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2013 | 66°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 62°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 50°F | 42°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2010 | 70°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 55°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 65°F | 45°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2007 | 56°F | 43°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2006 | 68°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 55°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 80°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 66°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 59°F | 44°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2001 | 61°F | 56°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2000 | 75°F | 50°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1999 | 83°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 81°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 52°F | 38°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1996 | 69°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 69°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 57°F | 43°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 1993 | 59°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 86°F | 61°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 1991 | 74°F | 45°F | 2.01" | -- |
| 1990 | 71°F | 52°F | 1.45" | -- |
| 1989 | 79°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 54°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 81°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 80°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 70°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 61°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 55°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 72°F | 48°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1981 | 54°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 77°F | 45°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1979 | 65°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 68°F | 54°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1977 | 89°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 72°F | 52°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1975 | 77°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 69°F | 55°F | 1.02" | -- |
| 1973 | 51°F | 37°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1972 | 71°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 73°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: ROCHESTER GTR INTL
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Rochester, NY, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.