May weather forecast
Beacon, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Beacon, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.4°F (20.8°C) and an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). An average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) is observed during the May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Beacon, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Beacon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Beacon aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Beacon, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.9 days and aggregates up to 17.95" (456mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Beacon, New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In Beacon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Beacon in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Beacon, is 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Beacon?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Beacon?

In Beacon, New York, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Beacon?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Beacon. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Beacon aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Beacon?

The average day length in May in Beacon, New York, is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Beacon?

On the first day of May in Beacon, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Beacon have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Beacon, New York, is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Beacon?

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

Average temperature in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Beacon, NY

Average pressure in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Beacon, NY

Average wind speed in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Beacon, NY

Average humidity in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Beacon, NY

Average rainfall in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Beacon, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Beacon, NY

Average snowfall in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Beacon, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Beacon, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Beacon, NY

Average UV index in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Beacon, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Beacon, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Beacon, NY

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

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

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