May weather forecast
Shinnecock Hills, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shinnecock Hills, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.6°F (14.8°C) and min 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). A mild drop to an average of 53.4°F (11.9°C) marks the nights in Shinnecock Hills during May.

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Shinnecock Hills, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shinnecock Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.9 days and collects up to 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May and December are months with snowfall in Shinnecock Hills. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shinnecock Hills, there are 15.4 snowfall days, and 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature in Shinnecock Hills is 52.2°F (11.2°C).
Note: Swimming in 52.2°F (11.2°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Shinnecock Hills is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Shinnecock Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Shinnecock Hills?

In Shinnecock Hills, in May, the average high-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Shinnecock Hills?

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May in Shinnecock Hills?

The average relative humidity in May in Shinnecock Hills, New York, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Shinnecock Hills in May?

In Shinnecock Hills, New York, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Shinnecock Hills?

May is the first month it typically snows in Shinnecock Hills, New York. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Shinnecock Hills?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in May in Shinnecock Hills?

In Shinnecock Hills, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Shinnecock Hills?

On the first day of May in Shinnecock Hills, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shinnecock Hills have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Shinnecock Hills is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Shinnecock Hills?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Shinnecock Hills is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average temperature in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average pressure in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average wind speed in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average humidity in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average rainfall in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average snowfall in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average sea temperature in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.8°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average UV index in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Shinnecock Hills, NY

Average visibility in May - Shinnecock Hills, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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