May weather forecast
Ridgebury, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Ridgebury, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 68.5°F (20.3°C) and min 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Ridgebury sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). Ridgebury, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In Ridgebury, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ridgebury, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139 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 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Ridgebury aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Ridgebury, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.4 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ridgebury in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and a low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Ridgebury?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Ridgebury aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgebury have in May?

In Ridgebury, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgebury have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Ridgebury is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ridgebury, NY

Average temperature in May - Ridgebury, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in May
Ridgebury, NY

Average pressure in May - Ridgebury, 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
Ridgebury, NY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Ridgebury, NY

Average humidity in May - Ridgebury, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Ridgebury, NY

Average rainfall in May - Ridgebury, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Ridgebury, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ridgebury, NY

Average snowfall in May - Ridgebury, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ridgebury, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ridgebury, 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: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ridgebury, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Ridgebury, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Ridgebury, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Ridgebury, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Ridgebury, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Ridgebury, NY

Average visibility in May - Ridgebury, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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