May weather forecast
Colden, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Colden, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and an average low of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Colden experiences an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Colden aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Colden, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.6 days and aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Colden is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Colden, New York, is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Colden, the average high-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Colden, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout May, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Colden?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Colden aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colden have in May?

In Colden, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colden have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

When is 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 in Colden?

In Colden, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Colden, NY

Average temperature in May - Colden, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Colden, NY

Average pressure in May - Colden, 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
Colden, NY

Average wind speed in May - Colden, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Colden, NY

Average humidity in May - Colden, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Colden, NY

Average rainfall in May - Colden, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in May
Colden, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Colden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Colden, NY

Average snowfall in May - Colden, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Colden, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Colden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Colden, 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: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Colden, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Colden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Colden, NY

Average UV index in May - Colden, 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 January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Colden, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Colden, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Colden, NY

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

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

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