May weather forecast
Shandaken, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shandaken, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 50°F (10°C) to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). May generally records an average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

In Shandaken, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Shandaken, during May, the rain falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation. In Shandaken, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.5 days and collects up to 44.17" (1122mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in May, Shandaken aggregates 3.82" (97mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shandaken, there are 115 snowfall days, and 95.71" (2431mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shandaken, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Shandaken, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in May transforms into this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Shandaken in May has an average high-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Shandaken, New York, in May, during 19.9 rainfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in May, Shandaken aggregates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shandaken have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Shandaken, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shandaken, NY

Average temperature in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Shandaken, NY

Average pressure in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Shandaken, NY

Average wind speed in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Shandaken, NY

Average humidity in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Shandaken, NY

Average rainfall in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.99").

Average rainfall days in May
Shandaken, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shandaken, NY

Average snowfall in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.82"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (17.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shandaken, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shandaken, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shandaken, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Shandaken, NY

Average UV index in May - Shandaken, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Shandaken, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in May
Shandaken, NY

Average visibility in May - Shandaken, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

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

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