May weather forecast
Glen Head, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Glen Head, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

As Glen Head enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a cool 55°F (12.8°C) of April to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glen Head, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Glen Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.9 days and collects up to 37.56" (954mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Glen Head, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Glen Head, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
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, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Glen Head, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Glen Head, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Glen Head, is 65.3°F (18.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Glen Head, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Glen Head, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 in Glen Head is 14h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, 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 long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Glen Head, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Glen Head, NY

Average temperature in May - Glen Head, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Glen Head, NY

Average pressure in May - Glen Head, 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
Glen Head, NY

Average wind speed in May - Glen Head, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Glen Head, NY

Average humidity in May - Glen Head, 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
Glen Head, NY

Average rainfall in May - Glen Head, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in May
Glen Head, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Glen Head, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Glen Head, NY

Average snowfall in May - Glen Head, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Glen Head, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Glen Head, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Glen Head, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Glen Head, 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
Glen Head, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Glen Head, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Glen Head, NY

Average UV index in May - Glen Head, 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
Glen Head, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Glen Head, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Glen Head, NY

Average visibility in May - Glen Head, 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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