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
With the beginning of May, Essex's average high-temperature experiences a significant increase, moving from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Essex's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Essex, in May, during 12.1 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Essex, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Essex. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Essex aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Essex, there are 49.7 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Essex, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 48min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Essex, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Essex, 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
Essex, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Essex, NY
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Essex, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.47").
Average rainfall days in May
Essex, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Essex, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Essex, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Essex, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Essex, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and July (15.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Essex, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Essex, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Essex, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
Essex, New York, USA
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