May weather forecast
Sandusky, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Sandusky, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.2°F (7.9°C) and max 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) is expected.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sandusky. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Sandusky aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Sandusky, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.8 days and aggregates up to 49.61" (1260mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Sandusky, 65.5°F (18.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.2°F (7.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

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?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sandusky, during May, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Sandusky aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandusky have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Sandusky, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Sandusky, NY

Average temperature in May - Sandusky, 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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Sandusky, NY

Average pressure in May - Sandusky, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Sandusky, NY

Average wind speed in May - Sandusky, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Sandusky, NY

Average humidity in May - Sandusky, 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
Sandusky, NY

Average rainfall in May - Sandusky, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Sandusky, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Sandusky, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sandusky, NY

Average snowfall in May - Sandusky, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sandusky, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Sandusky, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sandusky, 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 6min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sandusky, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Sandusky, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Sandusky, NY

Average UV index in May - Sandusky, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Sandusky, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Sandusky, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Sandusky, NY

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

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

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