May weather forecast
Fayetteville, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fayetteville, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.2°F (19°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

As Fayetteville transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). Throughout the month of May, Fayetteville observes an average nighttime temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Fayetteville in May has an average high-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Fayetteville, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Fayetteville?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fayetteville, NY

Average temperature in May - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Fayetteville, NY

Average pressure in May - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, NY

Average wind speed in May - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Fayetteville, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Fayetteville, NY

Average rainfall in May - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in May
Fayetteville, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fayetteville, NY

Average snowfall in May - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fayetteville, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fayetteville, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fayetteville, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Fayetteville, NY

Average UV index in May - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Fayetteville, NY

Average visibility in May - Fayetteville, 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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