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 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
May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) in April to a pleasant 68°F (20°C). During the nights in May, Dover Plains experiences a consistent average temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dover Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.1 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dover Plains aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Dover Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 20.28" (515mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Dover Plains is 14h and 34min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Dover Plains is 8.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Dover Plains in May?
What is the average humidity in May?
How many days does it rain in May?
What is the last month it snows?
What is the average length of the day in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May in Dover Plains?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 68°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.8°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 (19.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Dover Plains, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dover Plains, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Dover Plains, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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