May weather forecast
Lido Beach, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lido Beach, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average low of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). The temperature during May sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Lido Beach, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.2 rainfall days, and 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Lido Beach, snow does not fall in May through September.

Ocean temperature

In Lido Beach, the average seawater temperature in May is 54.1°F (12.3°C).
Note: In 54.1°F (12.3°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Lido Beach, New York, is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) and a low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Lido Beach in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How cold is the water in May?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Lido Beach have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Lido Beach?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lido Beach have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average temperature in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average pressure in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Lido Beach, NY

Average wind speed in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average humidity in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average rainfall in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average snowfall in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average sea temperature in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average sea temperature in May: 54.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average UV index in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Lido Beach, NY

Average visibility in May - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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