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
The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) in April to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). In New York, an average temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is noted during May nights.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In New York, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169 rainfall days, and 36.65" (931mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In New York, in May, the average water temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).Note: Being in 52.5°F (11.4°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C) is discomforting, but anything below 50°F (10°C) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.
Daylight
In New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
New York, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 68°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in May
New York, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
New York, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in May
New York, NY
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in May
New York, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").
Average rainfall days in May
New York, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
New York, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
New York, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
New York, NY
- Average sea temperature in May: 52.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New York, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
New York, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
New York, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
New York, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
New York, 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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