May weather forecast
Salamanca, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Salamanca, New York, with an average temperature varying between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of May marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). Salamanca observes an average nighttime temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) during May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Salamanca, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Salamanca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Salamanca aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Salamanca, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.5 days and aggregates up to 34.17" (868mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Salamanca?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Salamanca aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Salamanca?

The average day length in May is 14h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salamanca have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. 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 snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Salamanca, NY

Average temperature in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Salamanca, NY

Average pressure in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Salamanca, NY

Average wind speed in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Salamanca, NY

Average humidity in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Salamanca, NY

Average rainfall in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Salamanca, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Salamanca, NY

Average snowfall in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Salamanca, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Salamanca, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Salamanca, NY

Average UV index in May - Salamanca, 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
Salamanca, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Salamanca, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Salamanca, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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