May weather forecast
Franklin, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Franklin, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

Franklin's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C). In Franklin, in May, the average low-temperature is a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Franklin, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Franklin are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Franklin aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Franklin, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.9 days and aggregates up to 48.23" (1225mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Franklin, New York, is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Franklin, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Franklin in May?

In Franklin, 64.6°F (18.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.8°F (7.1°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the least humid months in Franklin?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Franklin?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Franklin?

In Franklin, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Franklin?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Franklin. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Franklin aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Franklin?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Franklin?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Franklin is 8.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Franklin?

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

Average temperature in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Franklin, NY

Average pressure in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Franklin, NY

Average wind speed in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Franklin, NY

Average humidity in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Franklin, NY

Average rainfall in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Franklin, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Franklin, NY

Average snowfall in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Franklin, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Franklin, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Franklin, NY

Average UV index in May - Franklin, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Franklin, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Franklin, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Franklin, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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