May weather forecast
Oakland Gardens, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Oakland Gardens, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C) in May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oakland Gardens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Oakland Gardens, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Oakland Gardens?

The average relative humidity in May in Oakland Gardens is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Oakland Gardens, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Oakland Gardens, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average pressure in May - Oakland Gardens, 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
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average wind speed in May - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average humidity in May - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average rainfall in May - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average snowfall in May - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oakland Gardens, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average UV index in May - Oakland Gardens, 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
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average visibility in May - Oakland Gardens, 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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