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 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 start of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in April to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). Olean's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 45.1°F (7.3°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Olean are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Olean, in May, during 18.7 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Olean, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Olean aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Olean, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.6 days and aggregates up to 43.58" (1107mm) of snow.Daylight
In Olean, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Olean, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Average temperature in May
Olean, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 66°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Olean, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Olean, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Olean, NY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Olean, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Olean, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Olean, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Olean, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Olean, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Olean, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Olean, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Olean, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in May
Olean, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (4mi).
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