May weather forecast
Garden City, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Garden City, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.5°F (12.5°C) and max 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

Garden City in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). May nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Garden City, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 36.38" (924mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Garden City, New York, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Garden City, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature during May is 64°F (17.8°C) and the low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Garden City, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

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 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Garden City have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Garden City?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Garden City, NY

Average temperature in May - Garden City, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°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 (28.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Garden City, NY

Average pressure in May - Garden City, 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
Garden City, NY

Average wind speed in May - Garden City, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Garden City, NY

Average humidity in May - Garden City, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Garden City, NY

Average rainfall in May - Garden City, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Garden City, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Garden City, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Garden City, NY

Average snowfall in May - Garden City, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Garden City, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Garden City, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Garden City, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Garden City, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Garden City, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Garden City, NY

Average UV index in May - Garden City, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Garden City, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Garden City, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

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 27).

Average visibility in May
Garden City, NY

Average visibility in May - Garden City, 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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