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 onset of May brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in April to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Saranac Lake's temperature lowers to a mean of 42.8°F (6°C) during the nights in May.Humidity
May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in May, Saranac Lake aggregates 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Saranac Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 120.5 days and aggregates up to 74.72" (1898mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 48min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Saranac Lake is 7.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during May leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Saranac Lake in May?
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How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 62.4°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 (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (24.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in May
Saranac Lake, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
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