May weather forecast
Elmira Heights, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Elmira Heights, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.1°F (19.5°C) and an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Elmira Heights sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C). During the month of May, Elmira Heights anticipates a mean low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.7 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Elmira Heights aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.6 snowfall days, and 34.61" (879mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elmira Heights, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Elmira Heights, 67.1°F (19.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.8°F (8.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elmira Heights, during May, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Elmira Heights aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Elmira Heights?

The average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Elmira Heights, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Elmira Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average temperature in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average pressure in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average wind speed in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average humidity in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average rainfall in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average snowfall in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elmira Heights, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average UV index in May - Elmira Heights, 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
Elmira Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average visibility in May - Elmira Heights, 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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