May weather forecast
Canandaigua, NY

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Golden brown trees, clean and neat lawns, clear roads and paths around the iconic Ontario County Courthouse in Canandaigua, New York
Golden brown trees, clean and neat lawns, clear roads and paths around the iconic Ontario County Courthouse in Canandaigua, New York

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Canandaigua, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). The average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) is witnessed during May.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Canandaigua are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Canandaigua. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Canandaigua aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Canandaigua, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Canandaigua is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Canandaigua?

During May, Canandaigua experiences an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Canandaigua?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Canandaigua, New York.

What is the average humidity in May in Canandaigua?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Canandaigua?

The month with the most rainfall in Canandaigua is May, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Canandaigua?

In May, in Canandaigua, New York, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout May, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Canandaigua?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Canandaigua aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Canandaigua have in May?

In Canandaigua, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Canandaigua?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Canandaigua, New York, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Canandaigua have in May?

In Canandaigua, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Canandaigua?

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

Average temperature in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in May
Canandaigua, NY

Average pressure in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Canandaigua, NY

Average wind speed in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Canandaigua, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Canandaigua, NY

Average rainfall in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Canandaigua, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Canandaigua, NY

Average snowfall in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Canandaigua, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Canandaigua, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Canandaigua, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Canandaigua, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Canandaigua, NY

Average visibility in May - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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