May weather forecast
Peterboro, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Peterboro, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Peterboro usually reports an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Peterboro, New York.

Rainfall

In Peterboro, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Peterboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.6 days and collects up to 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Peterboro aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Peterboro, there are 88.2 snowfall days, and 50.98" (1295mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Peterboro, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Peterboro, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Peterboro?

The high-temperature, in May, in Peterboro, is 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46°F (7.8°C).

What are the least humid months in Peterboro?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Peterboro, New York.

What is the average humidity in May in Peterboro?

In Peterboro, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Peterboro?

In Peterboro, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Peterboro?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Peterboro, New York. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Peterboro aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Peterboro have in May?

The average day length in May in Peterboro is 14h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Peterboro?

On the first day of May in Peterboro, New York, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterboro have in May?

In Peterboro, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Peterboro?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Peterboro?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Peterboro, New York, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Peterboro, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Peterboro, NY

Average pressure in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Peterboro, NY

Average wind speed in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Peterboro, NY

Average humidity in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Peterboro, NY

Average rainfall in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in May
Peterboro, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Peterboro, NY

Average snowfall in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Peterboro, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Peterboro, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Peterboro, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Peterboro, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Peterboro, NY

Average UV index in May - Peterboro, 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
Peterboro, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Peterboro, NY

Average visibility in May - Peterboro, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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