May weather forecast
Kent, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Kent, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). Kent reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Kent. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Kent aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kent, there are 66.7 snowfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Kent is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kent, New York, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kent in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Kent, records 61.3°F (16.3°C), while the low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kent?

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

What is the rainiest month in Kent?

The month with the most rainfall in Kent, New York, is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Kent in May?

In May, in Kent, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Kent?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Kent, New York. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Kent aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kent have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kent?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kent?

In Kent, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Kent?

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

Average temperature in May - Kent, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Kent, NY

Average pressure in May - Kent, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Kent, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Kent, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Kent, NY

Average rainfall in May - Kent, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Kent, NY

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

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

Average snowfall in May
Kent, NY

Average snowfall in May - Kent, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kent, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Kent, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kent, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kent, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Kent, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (6.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Kent, NY

Average UV index in May - Kent, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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
Kent, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Kent, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Kent, NY

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

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

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