May weather forecast
Bay Shore, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Bay Shore, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average high of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Bay Shore registers an average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) throughout May, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Bay Shore, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bay Shore, there are 153.2 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through September are months without snowfall in Bay Shore.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bay Shore is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bay Shore, New York, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Bay Shore, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Bay Shore?

During May, Bay Shore experiences an average high-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and a low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Bay Shore?

The months with the highest humidity in Bay Shore are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Bay Shore?

In Bay Shore, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in Bay Shore in May?

In Bay Shore, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Bay Shore?

In Bay Shore, snow does not fall in April through September.

How many hours of daylight does Bay Shore have in May?

In Bay Shore, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bay Shore?

On the first day of May in Bay Shore, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bay Shore have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Bay Shore, New York, is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Bay Shore?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bay Shore, New York, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average temperature in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average pressure in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Bay Shore, NY

Average wind speed in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average humidity in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average rainfall in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average snowfall in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average UV index in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Bay Shore, NY

Average visibility in May - Bay Shore, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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