May weather forecast
Pierceville, NY

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

Pierceville's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pierceville, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Pierceville aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Pierceville, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.2 days and aggregates up to 50.98" (1295mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pierceville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Pierceville, 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature during May is 65.8°F (18.8°C) and the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Pierceville?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Pierceville, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pierceville have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

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 intensity in May in Pierceville?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Pierceville, NY

Average temperature in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average pressure in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average wind speed in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average humidity in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average rainfall in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average snowfall in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average UV index in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average visibility in May - Pierceville, 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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