May weather forecast
Seneca Falls, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Seneca Falls, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average high of 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in April to a refreshing 66.9°F (19.4°C). May nights in Seneca Falls are marked by an average temperature drop to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Seneca Falls, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Seneca Falls, New York, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Seneca Falls. May is the last month it regularly snows in Seneca Falls, New York. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Seneca Falls aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 73.3 snowfall days, and 20.75" (527mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Seneca Falls is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Seneca Falls is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Seneca Falls?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Seneca Falls, is 66.9°F (19.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What are the least humid months in Seneca Falls?

The months with the lowest humidity in Seneca Falls, New York, are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Seneca Falls?

In May, the average relative humidity in Seneca Falls, New York, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Seneca Falls in May?

In Seneca Falls, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Seneca Falls?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Seneca Falls aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Seneca Falls?

In May, the average day length in Seneca Falls, New York, is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Seneca Falls?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Seneca Falls, New York, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Seneca Falls have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Seneca Falls is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Seneca Falls?

The months with the highest UV index in Seneca Falls, New York, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in Seneca Falls?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Seneca Falls is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average temperature in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in May
Seneca Falls, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average wind speed in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average humidity in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average rainfall in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.22").

Average rainfall days in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average snowfall in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Seneca Falls, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average UV index in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Seneca Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Seneca Falls, NY

Average visibility in May - Seneca Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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