May weather forecast
Sidney, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sidney, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.3°F (18.5°C) and min 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). In Sidney, an average nighttime temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sidney is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sidney, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sidney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sidney, New York. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Sidney aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Sidney, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.3 days and aggregates up to 27.87" (708mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sidney, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sidney, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sidney are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Sidney?

In Sidney, 65.3°F (18.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.4°F (6.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Sidney?

In Sidney, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sidney?

In May, in Sidney, New York, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sidney?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Sidney aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sidney have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sidney?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sidney?

In Sidney, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Sidney?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sidney?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sidney is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sidney, NY

Average temperature in May - Sidney, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Sidney, NY

Average pressure in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, NY

Average wind speed in May - Sidney, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Sidney, NY

Average humidity in May - Sidney, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Sidney, NY

Average rainfall in May - Sidney, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Sidney, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Sidney, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sidney, NY

Average snowfall in May - Sidney, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sidney, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Sidney, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sidney, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sidney, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Sidney, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sidney, NY

Average UV index in May - Sidney, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Sidney, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Sidney, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Sidney, NY

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

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

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