May weather forecast
Stamford, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Stamford, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.9°F (17.7°C) and min 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Stamford experiences an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

April through July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months in Stamford.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.7 rainfall days, and 27.83" (707mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Stamford aggregates 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Stamford, during the entire year, snow falls for 98 days and aggregates up to 50.39" (1280mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Stamford, the average high-temperature is 63.9°F (17.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the least humid month?

April through July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Stamford, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Stamford aggregates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Stamford have in May?

In Stamford, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Stamford?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Stamford, NY

Average temperature in May - Stamford, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.6°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 (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Stamford, NY

Average pressure in May - Stamford, 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
Stamford, NY

Average wind speed in May - Stamford, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Stamford, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Stamford, NY

Average rainfall in May - Stamford, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Stamford, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Stamford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Stamford, NY

Average snowfall in May - Stamford, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Stamford, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Stamford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stamford, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Stamford, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Stamford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Stamford, NY

Average UV index in May - Stamford, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Stamford, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Stamford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Stamford, NY

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

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

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