Memorial Day Weather History
What's the weather typically like on Memorial Day?
Memorial Day 2027 is Monday, May 31, 2027. See historical weather for 5/31 going back 55 years to 1970 in cities across America. (Note: Date varies yearly; the city links below use the 2027 date.)
What to Expect on Memorial Day
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. Late May brings warm temperatures to virtually the entire country, with many cities reaching the 80s and 90s. This is also the beginning of severe weather season in Tornado Alley and hurricane awareness season along the coasts.
Memorial Day has historically been the first weekend where the majority of US cities reach 80°F or higher.
Planning Tips for Memorial Day
- •Pool and beach conditions are generally favorable across southern and western states
- •Northern lakes and beaches may still be too cold for swimming despite warm air temperatures
- •Check historical precipitation data for your area since late May thunderstorms are common in the East
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