May weather forecast
Gouverneur, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gouverneur, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 46°F (7.8°C) and max 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

Gouverneur sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, moving from April's cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C). In the month of May, Gouverneur experiences an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In Gouverneur, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Gouverneur, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.7 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Gouverneur aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 89.7 snowfall days, and 41.57" (1056mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gouverneur, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Gouverneur experiences an average high-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Gouverneur, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Gouverneur, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Gouverneur?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Gouverneur aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gouverneur have in May?

In Gouverneur, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average temperature in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average pressure in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average wind speed in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Gouverneur, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average rainfall in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average snowfall in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gouverneur, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average UV index in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Gouverneur, NY

Average visibility in May - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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