May weather forecast
Rocky Point, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Rocky Point, New York, with an average temperature varying between 53.6°F (12°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

As Rocky Point transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). Rocky Point's May nights witness minimal differential from the daytime temperatures, with averages of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Point, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153 rainfall days, and 35.04" (890mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Rocky Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rocky Point, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Rocky Point, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Rocky Point, records 61.5°F (16.4°C), while the low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Rocky Point are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Rocky Point, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Point have in May?

In Rocky Point, the average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky Point have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average temperature in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average pressure in May - Rocky Point, 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
Rocky Point, NY

Average wind speed in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average humidity in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average rainfall in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average snowfall in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rocky Point, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average UV index in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Rocky Point, NY

Average visibility in May - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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