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 shift into May brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in April to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). The average temperature in Raquette Lake during May nights dips to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C).Humidity
May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.7 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.7 snowfall days, in May, Raquette Lake aggregates 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 114.2 snowfall days, and 82.4" (2093mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Raquette Lake, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Raquette Lake, the average sunshine in May is 7.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average length of the day in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Raquette Lake?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 62.6°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 (22.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 43.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 4.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Raquette Lake, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Raquette Lake, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in May
Raquette Lake, 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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