May weather forecast
Elma Center, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Elma Center, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

As Elma Center welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Elma Center are May, July and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Elma Center, New York. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elma Center, New York. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Elma Center aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.4 snowfall days, and 38.39" (975mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Elma Center is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Elma Center, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elma Center, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In Elma Center, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Elma Center?

In Elma Center, 65.8°F (18.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.3°F (8.5°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the least humid month in Elma Center?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Elma Center?

In May, the average relative humidity in Elma Center, New York, is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Elma Center?

The month with the most rainfall in Elma Center is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Elma Center?

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elma Center?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elma Center, New York. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Elma Center aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elma Center have in May?

In May, the average day length in Elma Center is 14h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elma Center?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Elma Center?

The average sunshine duration in May in Elma Center is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Elma Center?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Elma Center, New York, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Elma Center, NY

Average temperature in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°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 (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Elma Center, NY

Average pressure in May - Elma Center, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elma Center, NY

Average wind speed in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Elma Center, NY

Average humidity in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and September (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Elma Center, NY

Average rainfall in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Elma Center, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elma Center, NY

Average snowfall in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elma Center, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elma Center, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elma Center, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elma Center, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Elma Center, NY

Average UV index in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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
Elma Center, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Elma Center, NY

Average visibility in May - Elma Center, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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