May weather forecast
Buchanan, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Buchanan, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.4°F (20.8°C) and min 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). During May, Buchanan observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In Buchanan, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Buchanan, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buchanan, New York, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buchanan are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Buchanan. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Buchanan aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Buchanan, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.4 days and aggregates up to 12.87" (327mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Buchanan, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Buchanan, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Buchanan in May?

The high-temperature in Buchanan during May is 69.4°F (20.8°C) and the low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Buchanan?

In Buchanan, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Buchanan?

In Buchanan, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Buchanan?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Buchanan aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buchanan have in May?

In Buchanan, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Buchanan?

On the first day of May in Buchanan, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buchanan have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Buchanan is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Buchanan?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Buchanan, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Buchanan, NY

Average pressure in May - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, NY

Average wind speed in May - Buchanan, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Buchanan, NY

Average humidity in May - Buchanan, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Buchanan, NY

Average rainfall in May - Buchanan, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Buchanan, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Buchanan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Buchanan, NY

Average snowfall in May - Buchanan, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Buchanan, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Buchanan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buchanan, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Buchanan, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Buchanan, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Buchanan, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Buchanan, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Buchanan, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Buchanan, NY

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

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

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