May weather forecast
Gowanda, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gowanda, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

Gowanda in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 51.8°F (11°C) to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). During May, Gowanda experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

April, May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months in Gowanda.

Rainfall

In Gowanda, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gowanda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gowanda, New York. May is the last month it regularly snows in Gowanda. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Gowanda aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.9 snowfall days, and 16.26" (413mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gowanda, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, in Gowanda, New York, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Gowanda, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Gowanda in May?

Gowanda in May has an average high-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Gowanda?

The months with the lowest humidity in Gowanda are April, May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Gowanda?

In Gowanda, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Gowanda?

In Gowanda, New York, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Gowanda?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Gowanda. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Gowanda aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Gowanda?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Gowanda?

In Gowanda, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in May in Gowanda?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Gowanda is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gowanda, NY

Average temperature in May - Gowanda, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°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 (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Gowanda, NY

Average pressure in May - Gowanda, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Gowanda, NY

Average wind speed in May - Gowanda, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Gowanda, NY

Average humidity in May - Gowanda, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, August and September (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Gowanda, NY

Average rainfall in May - Gowanda, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Gowanda, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Gowanda, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gowanda, NY

Average snowfall in May - Gowanda, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gowanda, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Gowanda, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gowanda, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gowanda, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Gowanda, NY

Average UV index in May - Gowanda, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Gowanda, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Gowanda, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Gowanda, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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