May weather forecast
Handsome Eddy, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Handsome Eddy, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and an average low of 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) is noted in Handsome Eddy.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Handsome Eddy aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Handsome Eddy, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.1 days and aggregates up to 9.8" (249mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Handsome Eddy, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In Handsome Eddy, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 48°F (8.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Handsome Eddy, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Handsome Eddy 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 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Handsome Eddy have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Handsome Eddy is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average temperature in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average pressure in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average wind speed in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average humidity in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average rainfall in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average snowfall in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Handsome Eddy, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average UV index in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Handsome Eddy, NY

Average visibility in May - Handsome Eddy, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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