May weather forecast
Star Lake, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Star Lake, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.6°F (17°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of May witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). During the May nights, an average temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) is observed in Star Lake.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.7 snowfall days, in May, Star Lake aggregates 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Star Lake, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 114.2 days and aggregates up to 82.4" (2093mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Star Lake, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Star Lake, is 62.6°F (17°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Star Lake, in May, during 19.7 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Star Lake?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.7 snowfall days, in May, Star Lake aggregates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Star Lake is 14h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Star Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Star Lake, NY

Average temperature in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Star Lake, NY

Average pressure in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Star Lake, NY

Average wind speed in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Star Lake, NY

Average humidity in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Star Lake, NY

Average rainfall in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Star Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Star Lake, NY

Average snowfall in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Star Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Star Lake, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Star Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Star Lake, NY

Average UV index in May - Star Lake, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Star Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Star Lake, NY

Average visibility in May - Star Lake, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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