May weather forecast
Shrub Oak, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Shrub Oak, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). Throughout May nights, Shrub Oak registers an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Shrub Oak is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shrub Oak, in May, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shrub Oak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Shrub Oak aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Shrub Oak, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Shrub Oak, in May, the average high-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Shrub Oak, New York, in May, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Shrub Oak aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shrub Oak have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

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 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average temperature in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average pressure in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Shrub Oak, NY

Average wind speed in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average humidity in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average rainfall in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average snowfall in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shrub Oak, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average UV index in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Shrub Oak, NY

Average visibility in May - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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