May weather forecast
Fishkill, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Fishkill, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.4°F (20.8°C) and min 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

Fishkill sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, moving from April's refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). Throughout May nights, Fishkill registers an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fishkill aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Fishkill, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.9 days and aggregates up to 17.95" (456mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In Fishkill, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Fishkill, the average high-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fishkill?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fishkill aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fishkill have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Fishkill?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Fishkill, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Fishkill, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Fishkill, NY

Average temperature in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Fishkill, NY

Average pressure in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fishkill, NY

Average wind speed in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Fishkill, NY

Average humidity in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Fishkill, NY

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Fishkill, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fishkill, NY

Average snowfall in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fishkill, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fishkill, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Fishkill, NY

Average UV index in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Fishkill, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Fishkill, NY

Average visibility in May - Fishkill, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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