May weather forecast
Poughquag, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Poughquag, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average high of 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's moderate 57°F (13.9°C) to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). Throughout May, Poughquag witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

In Poughquag, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Poughquag, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.6 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Poughquag aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May in Poughquag, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Poughquag in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 68.7°F (20.4°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Poughquag, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Poughquag, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Poughquag aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Poughquag is 14h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Poughquag, New York, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Poughquag have in May?

In Poughquag, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Poughquag, NY

Average temperature in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Poughquag, NY

Average pressure in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Poughquag, NY

Average wind speed in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Poughquag, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Poughquag, NY

Average rainfall in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Poughquag, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Poughquag, NY

Average snowfall in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Poughquag, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Poughquag, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Poughquag, NY

Average UV index in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Poughquag, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Poughquag, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Poughquag, NY

Average visibility in May - Poughquag, 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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