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
Elizabethtown's transition into May is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in April to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). May brings an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) to Elizabethtown.Humidity
May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Elizabethtown, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Elizabethtown aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 85.1 days and aggregates up to 43.03" (1093mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 47min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.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 moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Elizabethtown, 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
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Elizabethtown, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
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