May weather forecast
Flanders, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a mild month in Flanders, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.4°F (15.2°C) and min 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

Flanders perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C). The temperature in Flanders, New York, during May sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Flanders, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Flanders are January through March, May and December. May is the first month it typically snows in Flanders, New York. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Flanders, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.9 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 52.9°F (11.6°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May in Flanders, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Flanders is 8.9h.

UV index

In Flanders, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Flanders?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Flanders, is 59.4°F (15.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the most humid month in Flanders?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May in Flanders?

In May, the average relative humidity in Flanders, New York, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Flanders?

In Flanders, New York, in May, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Flanders?

May is the first month it typically snows in Flanders, New York. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in May in Flanders?

In Flanders, in May, the average water temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Flanders have in May?

The average day length in May in Flanders is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Flanders?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Flanders, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Flanders have in May?

In Flanders, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Flanders?

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

Average temperature in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Flanders, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Flanders, NY

Average wind speed in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Flanders, NY

Average humidity in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Flanders, NY

Average rainfall in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Flanders, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Flanders, NY

Average snowfall in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Flanders, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Flanders, NY

Average sea temperature in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Flanders, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Flanders, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Flanders, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Flanders, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Flanders, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Flanders, NY

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

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

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