May weather forecast
North Salem, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in North Salem, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 50°F (10°C) and max 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, North Salem experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). During the nights in May, North Salem experiences a consistent average temperature of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In North Salem, in May, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In North Salem, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In North Salem, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In North Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in North Salem, the average high-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In North Salem, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In North Salem, during May, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In North Salem, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does North Salem have in May?

In North Salem, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Salem have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
North Salem, NY

Average temperature in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in May
North Salem, NY

Average pressure in May - North Salem, 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
North Salem, NY

Average wind speed in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
North Salem, NY

Average humidity in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
North Salem, NY

Average rainfall in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
North Salem, NY

Average rainfall days in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
North Salem, NY

Average snowfall in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
North Salem, NY

Average snowfall days in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Salem, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Salem, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
North Salem, NY

Average sunshine days in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
North Salem, NY

Average UV index in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
North Salem, NY

Average cloud cover in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
North Salem, NY

Average visibility in May - North Salem, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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