May weather forecast
East Syracuse, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in East Syracuse, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average high of 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

East Syracuse sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). Throughout the month of May, East Syracuse expects an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in East Syracuse.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, in East Syracuse, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature in East Syracuse during May is 66.2°F (19°C) and the low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in May?

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

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
East Syracuse, NY

Average temperature in May - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in May
East Syracuse, NY

Average pressure in May - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
East Syracuse, NY

Average wind speed in May - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
East Syracuse, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
East Syracuse, NY

Average rainfall in May - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in May
East Syracuse, NY

Average rainfall days in May - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Syracuse, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Syracuse, NY

Average snowfall days in May - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Syracuse, 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: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Syracuse, NY

Average sunshine days in May - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
East Syracuse, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
East Syracuse, NY

Average cloud cover in May - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
East Syracuse, NY

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

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

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