Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, Bedford experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Throughout the month of May, Bedford witnesses an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout May, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 22.32" (567mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Bedford. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bedford aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Bedford, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.UV index
In Bedford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value 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 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Bedford, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Bedford, 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
Bedford, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Bedford, NY
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Bedford, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").
Average rainfall days in May
Bedford, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bedford, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bedford, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bedford, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bedford, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Bedford, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Bedford, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Bedford, 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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