May weather forecast
Piercefield, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Piercefield, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Piercefield, New York, experiences a clear temperature upsurge in May, with average high-temperatures moving from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). An average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) is expected in Piercefield during May.

Humidity

May is the least humid month in Piercefield, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Piercefield, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140 rainfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Piercefield aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Piercefield, during the entire year, snow falls for 100.5 days and aggregates up to 58.23" (1479mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Piercefield 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Piercefield?

In Piercefield, 62.8°F (17.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.2°F (6.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the least humid month in Piercefield?

May is the least humid month in Piercefield, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Piercefield?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Piercefield in May?

In Piercefield, New York, in May, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Piercefield?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Piercefield. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Piercefield aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Piercefield?

The average day length in May in Piercefield is 14h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Piercefield?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Piercefield, New York, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Piercefield have in May?

In Piercefield, the average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Piercefield?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Piercefield is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Piercefield, NY

Average temperature in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in May
Piercefield, NY

Average pressure in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Piercefield, NY

Average wind speed in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Piercefield, NY

Average humidity in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Piercefield, NY

Average rainfall in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Piercefield, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Piercefield, NY

Average snowfall in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Piercefield, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Piercefield, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

Average UV index in May
Piercefield, NY

Average UV index in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Piercefield, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Piercefield, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 79).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Piercefield, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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