May weather forecast
New Haven, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in New Haven, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in New Haven's average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in April to a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C). During May in New Haven, New York, the average low-temperature is recorded at a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in New Haven is 80%.

Rainfall

In New Haven, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Haven, there are 171 rainfall days, and 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, New Haven aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in New Haven, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 36.61" (930mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In New Haven, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, in New Haven, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in New Haven is 9h.

UV index

In New Haven, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for New Haven in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in New Haven, is 61.9°F (16.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in New Haven?

In New Haven, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in New Haven in May?

In New Haven, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in New Haven?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in New Haven?

In New Haven, the average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in New Haven?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Haven have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in New Haven is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in New Haven?

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

Average temperature in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in May
New Haven, NY

Average pressure in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
New Haven, NY

Average wind speed in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
New Haven, NY

Average humidity in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).

Average rainfall in May
New Haven, NY

Average rainfall in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in May
New Haven, NY

Average rainfall days in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
New Haven, NY

Average snowfall in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
New Haven, NY

Average snowfall days in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New Haven, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in May
New Haven, NY

Average sunshine days in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in May
New Haven, NY

Average UV index in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
New Haven, NY

Average cloud cover in May - New Haven, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
New Haven, NY

Average visibility in May - New Haven, 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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