May weather forecast
Alfred, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Alfred, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Alfred's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in April to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Alfred dips to an average of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Alfred, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alfred, New York, there are 158 rainfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Alfred aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.8 snowfall days, and 35.83" (910mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May in Alfred, New York, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Alfred, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Alfred, New York. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. 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. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alfred in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alfred, New York, are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Alfred?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the least humid month in Alfred.

What is the average humidity in May in Alfred?

In May, the average relative humidity in Alfred, New York, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Alfred in May?

In Alfred, New York, in May, during 17.9 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Alfred?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Alfred aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alfred have in May?

In Alfred, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Alfred?

On the first day of May in Alfred, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alfred have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Alfred, New York, is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Alfred?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Alfred, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Alfred?

In Alfred, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Alfred, NY

Average temperature in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Alfred, NY

Average pressure in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alfred, NY

Average wind speed in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Alfred, NY

Average humidity in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Alfred, NY

Average rainfall in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Alfred, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alfred, NY

Average snowfall in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Alfred, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alfred, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alfred, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Alfred, NY

Average UV index in May - Alfred, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Alfred, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Alfred, NY

Average visibility in May - Alfred, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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