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 sea temperature 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
May brings a slight rise in Montauk's average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in April to a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C). A consistent average low of 52.5°F (11.4°C) is noted in Montauk throughout May, only a small step down from its daytime high.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Montauk, in May, during 15.4 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Montauk, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through November are months without snowfall in Montauk.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature in Montauk is 51.8°F (11°C).Note: Staying in 51.8°F (11°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Montauk, New York, is 14h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Montauk, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.UV index
In Montauk, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of sunshine does Montauk have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Montauk?
Average temperature in May
Montauk, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 57.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Montauk, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Montauk, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 12.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Montauk, NY
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Montauk, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Montauk, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Montauk, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Montauk, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Montauk, NY
- Average sea temperature in May: 51.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (37.9°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Montauk, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Montauk, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Montauk, 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
Montauk, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Montauk, 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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