May weather forecast
Latham, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Latham, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Latham's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). An average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) is observed in Latham, New York, during the May nights.

Humidity

In Latham, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Latham. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Latham. May is the last month it regularly snows in Latham. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Latham aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Latham, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.3 days and aggregates up to 29.72" (755mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Latham is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Latham is 8.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Latham in May?

In Latham, in May, the average high-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Latham?

In Latham, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

What is the rainiest month in Latham?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Latham in May?

In Latham, New York, in May, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Latham?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Latham aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Latham have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Latham?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Latham, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Latham have in May?

In Latham, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Latham?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Latham, New York.

How high is the UV index in May in Latham?

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

Average temperature in May - Latham, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.5°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 (16.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Latham, NY

Average pressure in May - Latham, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Latham, NY

Average wind speed in May - Latham, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Latham, NY

Average humidity in May - Latham, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Latham, NY

Average rainfall in May - Latham, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Latham, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Latham, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Latham, NY

Average snowfall in May - Latham, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Latham, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Latham, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Latham, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Latham, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Latham, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Latham, NY

Average UV index in May - Latham, 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
Latham, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Latham, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Latham, NY

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

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

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