May weather forecast
Danby, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Danby, New York, with an average temperature varying between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). Danby experiences a steady low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) throughout May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Danby, in May, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.2 rainfall days, and 32.56" (827mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Danby aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Danby, during the entire year, snow falls for 82.1 days and aggregates up to 34.57" (878mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, in Danby, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Danby?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Danby, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Danby aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Danby have in May?

In Danby, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Danby?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Danby, NY

Average temperature in May - Danby, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Danby, NY

Average pressure in May - Danby, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Danby, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Danby, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Danby, NY

Average rainfall in May - Danby, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Danby, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Danby, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Danby, NY

Average snowfall in May - Danby, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Danby, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Danby, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Danby, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Danby, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Danby, NY

Average UV index in May - Danby, 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
Danby, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Danby, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Danby, NY

Average visibility in May - Danby, 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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