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 sea temperature 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
The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in April to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Throughout the month of May, Clayton witnesses an average temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Clayton, New York, there are 156.9 rainfall days, and 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Clayton. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Clayton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Clayton, New York, there are 72.8 snowfall days, and 24.25" (616mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Clayton, the average seawater temperature in May is 42.1°F (5.6°C).Note: Diving into 42.1°F (5.6°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Clayton is 14h and 48min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Clayton is 8.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in May in Clayton?
Average temperature in May
Clayton, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Clayton, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Clayton, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Clayton, NY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Clayton, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in May
Clayton, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Clayton, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Clayton, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Clayton, NY
- Average sea temperature in May: 42.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (35.5°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Clayton, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Clayton, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Clayton, NY
- Average UV index in May: 4
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
Clayton, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Clayton, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
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