May weather forecast
Shokan, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shokan, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68°F (20°C) and an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Shokan sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a pleasant 68°F (20°C). In Shokan, the expected average low-temperature for May is a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In Shokan, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shokan, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shokan. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Shokan aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.3 snowfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shokan, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In Shokan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shokan in May?

In Shokan, in May, the average high-temperature is 68°F (20°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Shokan, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Shokan?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Shokan aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shokan have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shokan have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Shokan, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Shokan, NY

Average pressure in May - Shokan, 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
Shokan, NY

Average wind speed in May - Shokan, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Shokan, NY

Average humidity in May - Shokan, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Shokan, NY

Average rainfall in May - Shokan, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Shokan, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Shokan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shokan, NY

Average snowfall in May - Shokan, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shokan, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Shokan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shokan, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shokan, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Shokan, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Shokan, NY

Average UV index in May - Shokan, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Shokan, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Shokan, NY

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

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

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