May weather forecast
Alden Center, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Alden Center, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

Alden Center experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Alden Center aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.6 snowfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Alden Center, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alden Center in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Alden Center, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Alden Center, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Alden Center aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Alden Center?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alden Center have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Alden Center, NY

Average temperature in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Alden Center, NY

Average pressure in May - Alden Center, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alden Center, NY

Average wind speed in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Alden Center, NY

Average humidity in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Alden Center, NY

Average rainfall in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Alden Center, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alden Center, NY

Average snowfall in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Alden Center, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alden Center, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alden Center, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alden Center, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Alden Center, NY

Average UV index in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Alden Center, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Alden Center, NY

Average visibility in May - Alden Center, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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