May weather forecast
Elka Park, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Elka Park, New York, with an average temperature varying between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elka Park, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elka Park, there are 138.1 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elka Park, New York, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Elka Park. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Elka Park aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Elka Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 27.48" (698mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Elka Park, New York, is 8.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Elka Park. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Elka Park?

During May, Elka Park experiences an average high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elka Park?

In Elka Park, New York, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elka Park?

In Elka Park, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Elka Park?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elka Park. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Elka Park aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Elka Park?

The average day length in May in Elka Park, New York, is 14h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Elka Park?

On the first day of May in Elka Park, New York, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elka Park have in May?

In Elka Park, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Elka Park?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Elka Park, New York.

How high is the UV index in May in Elka Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Elka Park is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elka Park, NY

Average temperature in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Elka Park, NY

Average pressure in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Elka Park, NY

Average wind speed in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Elka Park, NY

Average humidity in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Elka Park, NY

Average rainfall in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Elka Park, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elka Park, NY

Average snowfall in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elka Park, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elka Park, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elka Park, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elka Park, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Elka Park, NY

Average UV index in May - Elka Park, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Elka Park, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Elka Park, NY

Average visibility in May - Elka Park, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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