May weather forecast
Cooperstown, NY

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Weather in May

As we step into May, we find ourselves in the heart of spring, with weather perfect for adventures and explorations in Cooperstown. The warmer temperatures serve as a favorable time for visiting the city’s popular parks and gardens, illuminated by blooming plants and flowers. The high temperature averaging at 65.1°F (18.4°C) invites high-spirited outdoor activity. A further influx of warm weather is seen as May transitions into June. The incrementally rising temperatures mark the arrival of summer heat.

Temperature

May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). May is noted for a mean low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

April, May and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Cooperstown aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Cooperstown, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 88 days and aggregates up to 46.42" (1179mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In Cooperstown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Cooperstown in May has an average high-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the least humid month in Cooperstown?

The months with the lowest humidity are April, May and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Cooperstown, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Cooperstown aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cooperstown have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Cooperstown, NY

Average temperature in May - Cooperstown, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Cooperstown, NY

Average pressure in May - Cooperstown, 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
Cooperstown, NY

Average wind speed in May - Cooperstown, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Cooperstown, NY

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Cooperstown, NY

Average rainfall in May - Cooperstown, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Cooperstown, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Cooperstown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cooperstown, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cooperstown, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cooperstown, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cooperstown, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Cooperstown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Cooperstown, NY

Average UV index in May - Cooperstown, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Cooperstown, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Cooperstown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Cooperstown, NY

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

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

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