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
As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in April to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Olcott's temperature lowers to a mean of 48.4°F (9.1°C) during the nights in May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Olcott are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Olcott, New York. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Olcott aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.1 snowfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Olcott, New York, in May, the average water temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).Note: It is advised against swimming in 43.3°F (6.3°C) when it drops below 50°F (10°C). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.
Daylight
In Olcott, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.On the first day of May in Olcott, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Olcott, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Olcott, New York, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Olcott?
What is the average humidity in May in Olcott?
What is the rainiest month in Olcott?
How many days does it rain in May in Olcott?
What is the last month it snows in Olcott?
What is the water temperature in May in Olcott?
How many hours of daylight does Olcott have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Olcott?
How many hours of sunshine does Olcott have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Olcott?
Average temperature in May
Olcott, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 59.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Olcott, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Olcott, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Olcott, NY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Olcott, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Olcott, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Olcott, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Olcott, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Olcott, NY
- Average sea temperature in May: 43.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (35.7°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Olcott, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Olcott, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Olcott, NY
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Olcott, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Olcott, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
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