Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Albany in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). The average temperature drops to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) during the night in the month of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Albany is 75%.Rainfall
In Albany, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Albany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Albany, New York, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Albany. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Albany aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Albany, New York, is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Albany, New York, is 9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Albany?
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How many hours of daylight does Albany have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Albany?
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Albany?
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Average temperature in May
Albany, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Albany, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Albany, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Albany, NY
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Albany, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Albany, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Albany, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Albany, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Albany, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Albany, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Albany, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Albany, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Albany, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August and September (5mi).
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