May weather forecast
Putnam Valley, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Putnam Valley, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

Putnam Valley's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). Putnam Valley experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Putnam Valley aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Putnam Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.4 days and aggregates up to 12.87" (327mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Putnam Valley, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Putnam Valley, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Putnam Valley, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Putnam Valley aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Putnam Valley have in May?

In Putnam Valley, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Putnam Valley have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Putnam Valley?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average temperature in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average pressure in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Putnam Valley, NY

Average wind speed in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average humidity in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average rainfall in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average snowfall in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Putnam Valley, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average UV index in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (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
Putnam Valley, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Putnam Valley, NY

Average visibility in May - Putnam Valley, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and May (5mi).

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