May weather forecast
Painted Post, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Painted Post, New York, with an average temperature varying between 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a refreshing 66.9°F (19.4°C). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

April through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Painted Post, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Painted Post, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.4 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Painted Post aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.7 snowfall days, and 22.91" (582mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Painted Post are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Painted Post in May has an average high-temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What are the least humid months?

April through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Painted Post, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Painted Post aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Painted Post, the average day length in May is 14h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Painted Post have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Painted Post, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Painted Post, NY

Average temperature in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Painted Post, NY

Average pressure in May - Painted Post, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Painted Post, NY

Average wind speed in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Painted Post, NY

Average humidity in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Painted Post, NY

Average rainfall in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Painted Post, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Painted Post, NY

Average snowfall in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Painted Post, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Painted Post, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Painted Post, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Painted Post, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Painted Post, NY

Average UV index in May - Painted Post, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Painted Post, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Painted Post, NY

Average visibility in May - Painted Post, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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