May weather forecast
Fayette, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Fayette, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average high of 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in April to a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C). Throughout May, the temperature in Fayette, New York, tends to fall to a consistent average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Fayette are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Fayette, New York, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fayette aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Fayette, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.3 days and aggregates up to 20.75" (527mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Fayette, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Fayette, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Fayette are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Fayette?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Fayette?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Fayette, New York.

What is the average humidity in May in Fayette?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Fayette?

In Fayette, New York, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Fayette?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Fayette, New York. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fayette aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Fayette?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fayette?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fayette have in May?

In Fayette, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Fayette?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Fayette?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fayette is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fayette, NY

Average temperature in May - Fayette, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in May
Fayette, NY

Average pressure in May - Fayette, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fayette, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Fayette, NY

Average humidity in May - Fayette, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Fayette, NY

Average rainfall in May - Fayette, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.22").

Average rainfall days in May
Fayette, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Fayette, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fayette, NY

Average snowfall in May - Fayette, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Fayette, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Fayette, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fayette, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fayette, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fayette, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Fayette, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Fayette, NY

Average UV index in May - Fayette, 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
Fayette, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Fayette, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Fayette, NY

Average visibility in May - Fayette, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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