May weather forecast
Flushing, NY

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Weather in May

May brings a settled spring climate to Flushing. While temperatures continue their upward trend, this month makes its mark with the absence of snowfall. The rising temperatures, low wind speed, and distinct absence of snow clearly demarcate May's transition from spring to the onset of summer. Flushing enjoys a moderate rise in sunshine hours, accompanied by increased daylight. The air remains relatively humid, while pressure measurements show little fluctuation from previous months.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Flushing sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C). An average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is observed during the May nights.

Humidity

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Flushing, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Flushing, there are 164.7 rainfall days, and 36.18" (919mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Flushing, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Flushing, New York, is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Flushing, is 66.6°F (19.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, in Flushing, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Flushing have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Flushing have in May?

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

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Flushing, NY

Average temperature in May - Flushing, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Flushing, NY

Average pressure in May - Flushing, 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
Flushing, NY

Average wind speed in May - Flushing, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Flushing, NY

Average humidity in May - Flushing, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Flushing, NY

Average rainfall in May - Flushing, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Flushing, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Flushing, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Flushing, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Flushing, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Flushing, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Flushing, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Flushing, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Flushing, NY

Average UV index in May - Flushing, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Flushing, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Flushing, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Flushing, NY

Average visibility in May - Flushing, 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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