May weather forecast
South Bethlehem, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in South Bethlehem, New York, with an average temperature varying between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). South Bethlehem, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In South Bethlehem, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In South Bethlehem, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Bethlehem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, South Bethlehem aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In South Bethlehem, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.8 days and aggregates up to 22.6" (574mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In South Bethlehem, New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures in South Bethlehem vary between a high-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and a low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In South Bethlehem, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in South Bethlehem?

In South Bethlehem, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Bethlehem have in May?

In South Bethlehem, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In South Bethlehem, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

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 moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average temperature in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average pressure in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average wind speed in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

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

Average humidity in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average humidity in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average rainfall in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average rainfall days in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average snowfall in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average snowfall days in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average sunshine days in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average UV index in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average cloud cover in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average visibility in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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