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 arrival of May brings a change in Pittsfield's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Pittsfield experiences an average low-temperature reading of 45°F (7.2°C) throughout May.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Pittsfield, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pittsfield, there are 153.2 rainfall days, and 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Pittsfield aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.6 snowfall days, and 36.46" (926mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May in Pittsfield, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Pittsfield?
What is the least humid month in Pittsfield?
What is the average humidity in May in Pittsfield?
How much does it rain in Pittsfield in May?
What is the last month it snows in Pittsfield?
What is the average length of the day in May in Pittsfield?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Pittsfield?
How many hours of sunshine does Pittsfield have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Pittsfield?
Average temperature in May
Pittsfield, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Pittsfield, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Pittsfield, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Pittsfield, 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
Pittsfield, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in May
Pittsfield, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pittsfield, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pittsfield, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pittsfield, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pittsfield, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Pittsfield, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Pittsfield, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Pittsfield, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
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