May weather forecast
East Rockaway, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in East Rockaway, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C). East Rockaway encounters an average temperature dip to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) throughout May, subtly lower than its daytime maximum.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In East Rockaway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.2 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In East Rockaway, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for East Rockaway in May?

In East Rockaway, 62.6°F (17°C) is the average high-temperature and 54.5°F (12.5°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In East Rockaway, New York, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in East Rockaway?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does East Rockaway have in May?

In East Rockaway, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in East Rockaway?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does East Rockaway have in May?

In East Rockaway, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average temperature in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average pressure in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
East Rockaway, NY

Average wind speed in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average humidity in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall days in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall days in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average sunshine days in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average UV index in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average cloud cover in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
East Rockaway, NY

Average visibility in May - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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