May weather forecast
Mariposa, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mariposa, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Mariposa observes an average nighttime temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) during May.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Mariposa, New York. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Mariposa aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.3 snowfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Mariposa, is 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the least humid month in Mariposa?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Mariposa?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Mariposa, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Mariposa aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mariposa have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mariposa have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Mariposa, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Mariposa, NY

Average pressure in May - Mariposa, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mariposa, NY

Average wind speed in May - Mariposa, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Mariposa, NY

Average humidity in May - Mariposa, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Mariposa, NY

Average rainfall in May - Mariposa, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Mariposa, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Mariposa, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mariposa, NY

Average snowfall in May - Mariposa, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mariposa, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Mariposa, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mariposa, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mariposa, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Mariposa, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Mariposa, NY

Average UV index in May - Mariposa, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Mariposa, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Mariposa, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Mariposa, NY

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

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

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