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
As May begins in Dunkirk, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in April to a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C). In the month of May, the average low-temperature in Dunkirk, New York, usually rests at a frosty 48°F (8.9°C).Humidity
In Dunkirk, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are April and May, with an average 3.23" (82mm) 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, Dunkirk aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Dunkirk, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.7 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Dunkirk, New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
In Dunkirk, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Dunkirk?
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What is the wettest month in Dunkirk?
How many days does it rain in May in Dunkirk?
What is the last month it snows in Dunkirk?
How many hours of daylight does Dunkirk have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Dunkirk?
How long on average sun shines in May in Dunkirk?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Dunkirk?
Average temperature in May
Dunkirk, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 59.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Dunkirk, 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
Dunkirk, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Dunkirk, NY
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Dunkirk, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.23"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Dunkirk, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dunkirk, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dunkirk, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dunkirk, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dunkirk, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Dunkirk, NY
- Average UV index in May: 4
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
Dunkirk, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Dunkirk, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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