May weather forecast
Southfields, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Southfields, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Southfields's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) in April to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). May nights in Southfields are marked by an average temperature drop to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Southfields, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.2 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Southfields aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 17.68" (449mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, in Southfields, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Southfields experiences an average high-temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C) and a low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Southfields, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Southfields aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Southfields 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 5:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Southfields have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Southfields, NY

Average temperature in May - Southfields, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°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 (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Southfields, NY

Average pressure in May - Southfields, 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
Southfields, NY

Average wind speed in May - Southfields, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Southfields, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Southfields, NY

Average rainfall in May - Southfields, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Southfields, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Southfields, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Southfields, NY

Average snowfall in May - Southfields, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Southfields, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Southfields, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Southfields, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Southfields, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Southfields, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Southfields, NY

Average UV index in May - Southfields, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Southfields, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Southfields, NY

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

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

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