May weather forecast
Dresden, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Dresden, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

Dresden's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). Dresden experiences a mean low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Dresden is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dresden, during May, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.9 rainfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dresden aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 72.2 snowfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dresden, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dresden, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Dresden, New York, in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dresden aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Dresden?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dresden have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Dresden is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dresden, NY

Average temperature in May - Dresden, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in May
Dresden, NY

Average pressure in May - Dresden, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Dresden, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Dresden, NY

Average humidity in May - Dresden, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Dresden, NY

Average rainfall in May - Dresden, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Dresden, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Dresden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dresden, NY

Average snowfall in May - Dresden, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dresden, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Dresden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dresden, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dresden, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Dresden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Dresden, NY

Average UV index in May - Dresden, 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
Dresden, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Dresden, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Dresden, NY

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

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

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