May weather forecast
Arctic, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Arctic, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). In May, Arctic records an average nighttime temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Arctic, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Arctic aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.7 snowfall days, and 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Arctic, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arctic in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Arctic, is 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Arctic?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout May, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Arctic aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Arctic have in May?

In May, the average day length in Arctic is 14h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arctic have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Arctic is 7.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Arctic, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Arctic, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in May
Arctic, NY

Average pressure in May - Arctic, 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
Arctic, NY

Average wind speed in May - Arctic, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Arctic, NY

Average humidity in May - Arctic, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Arctic, NY

Average rainfall in May - Arctic, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Arctic, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Arctic, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Arctic, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Arctic, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Arctic, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Arctic, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Arctic, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Arctic, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Arctic, NY

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

Average cloud cover in May
Arctic, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Arctic, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Arctic, NY

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

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

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