May weather forecast
Meridian, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Meridian, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.8°F (8.8°C) and max 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

In Meridian, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). Throughout May, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Meridian is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Meridian. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Meridian aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 79.4 snowfall days, and 32.83" (834mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Meridian, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, in Meridian, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Meridian. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Meridian?

The high-temperature, in May, in Meridian, is 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Meridian?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Meridian?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Meridian. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Meridian?

In Meridian, New York, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Meridian?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Meridian, New York. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Meridian aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Meridian have in May?

In Meridian, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Meridian?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Meridian, New York, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Meridian have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Meridian?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Meridian?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Meridian 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 snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Meridian, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Meridian, NY

Average pressure in May - Meridian, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"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
Meridian, NY

Average wind speed in May - Meridian, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Meridian, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Meridian, NY

Average rainfall in May - Meridian, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Meridian, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Meridian, NY

Average snowfall in May - Meridian, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Meridian, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Meridian, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Meridian, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Meridian, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Meridian, NY

Average UV index in May - Meridian, 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
Meridian, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Meridian, NY

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

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

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