May weather forecast
Hunter, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Hunter, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.8°F (18.8°C) and min 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

Entering May, Hunter sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Hunter experiences an average low-temperature reading of 46.2°F (7.9°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hunter, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.1 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Hunter aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.9 snowfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, in Hunter, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Hunter, New York, is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Hunter are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Hunter, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Hunter, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Hunter aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Hunter is 14h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Hunter, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Hunter, NY

Average temperature in May - Hunter, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Hunter, NY

Average pressure in May - Hunter, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Hunter, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Hunter, NY

Average humidity in May - Hunter, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Hunter, NY

Average rainfall in May - Hunter, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Hunter, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hunter, NY

Average snowfall in May - Hunter, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hunter, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Hunter, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hunter, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Hunter, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Hunter, NY

Average UV index in May - Hunter, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Hunter, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Hunter, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Hunter, NY

Average visibility in May - Hunter, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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