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South Bend, IN Weather on May 26
May 26th in South Bend, IN typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 74°F and lows near 52°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 26th was in 2020 (78°F average), while the coldest was 1992 (45°F) — a 33°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 40% of May 26th dates historically, with the wettest May 26th recording 1.55" of rain. The last decade has been 10.7°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 26
Planning for May 26th in South Bend, IN? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 26 Weather Records for South Bend
- •The all-time record high for May 26th in South Bend, IN is 90°F, set in 2020.
- •The coldest May 26th on record dropped to 36°F in 2002.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 26th in 1 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 26th was 21°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 26 ever in South Bend?
The warmest May 26 in South Bend, IN reached 90°F in 2020. That is 16°F above the long-term average high of 74°F.
What was the coldest May 26 ever in South Bend?
The coldest May 26 in South Bend, IN dropped to 36°F in 2002. That is 16°F below the long-term average low of 52°F.
What is the average temperature on May 26 in South Bend?
On May 26, South Bend averages a high of 74°F and a low of 52°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from S BEND.
How many years of weather data are available for May 26 in South Bend?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 26 in South Bend, IN, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 26 Weather History in South Bend
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 73°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 74°F | 50°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 2023 | 77°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 76°F | 63°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2021 | 78°F | 60°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 2020 | 90°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 72°F | 56°F | 1.42" | -- |
| 2018 | 85°F | 67°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2017 | 72°F | 48°F | 1.55" | -- |
| 2016 | 84°F | 65°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2015 | 80°F | 66°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 2014 | 87°F | 58°F | 0.94" | -- |
| 2013 | 71°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 89°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 62°F | 49°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 2010 | 88°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 82°F | 58°F | 1.17" | -- |
| 2008 | 82°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 73°F | 56°F | 1.4" | -- |
| 2006 | 73°F | 56°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2005 | 70°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 62°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 68°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 72°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 57°F | 44°F | 0.89" | -- |
| 2000 | 74°F | 47°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1999 | 66°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 77°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 61°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 62°F | 53°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1995 | 70°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 61°F | 42°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1993 | 76°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 52°F | 38°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1991 | 81°F | 70°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1990 | 70°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 76°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 77°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 85°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 68°F | 57°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1985 | 89°F | 64°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1984 | 62°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 58°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 69°F | 54°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1981 | 72°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 77°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 66°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 86°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 86°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 72°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 77°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 69°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 72°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 82°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 53°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: S BEND
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for South Bend, IN, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.