Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
As May arrives, Medford's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). Medford sustains an average of approximately a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) during May nights, with little variation from daytime highs.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Medford, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Medford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.3 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.7 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 29min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Medford, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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How long on average sun shines in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Medford, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.3°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 (30.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Medford, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Medford, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).
Average humidity in May
Medford, 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
Medford, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").
Average rainfall days in May
Medford, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Medford, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Medford, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Medford, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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
Medford, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Medford, 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
Medford, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
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
Medford, 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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