Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May sees a temperature increase, moving from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Ghent in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).Humidity
In Ghent, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ghent aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 15.98" (406mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Ghent, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Ghent, New York. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Ghent?
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How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Ghent, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Ghent, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Ghent, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Ghent, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Ghent, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days in May
Ghent, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ghent, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ghent, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 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
Ghent, 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 4min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ghent, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Ghent, 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 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Ghent, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Ghent, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
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