May weather forecast
Bennettsville, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Bennettsville, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average high of 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's cool 51.8°F (11°C) to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). May witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a chilly 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

In Bennettsville, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout May, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.2 rainfall days, and 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Bennettsville aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Bennettsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 82.5 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, 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 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 65.5°F (18.6°C) and the low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bennettsville?

In Bennettsville, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Bennettsville aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, 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 8:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bennettsville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Bennettsville, NY

Average temperature in May - Bennettsville, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45°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 (15.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Bennettsville, NY

Average pressure in May - Bennettsville, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Bennettsville, NY

Average wind speed in May - Bennettsville, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Bennettsville, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Bennettsville, NY

Average rainfall in May - Bennettsville, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Bennettsville, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Bennettsville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bennettsville, NY

Average snowfall in May - Bennettsville, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bennettsville, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bennettsville, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bennettsville, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Bennettsville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Bennettsville, NY

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bennettsville, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Bennettsville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Bennettsville, NY

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

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

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