May weather forecast
Stony Brook, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Stony Brook, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.6°F (17°C) and min 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Stony Brook indicates a consistently low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.8 rainfall days, and 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Stony Brook, snow does not fall in April through September.

Ocean temperature

In Stony Brook, the average seawater temperature in May is 53.4°F (11.9°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 53.4°F (11.9°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In Stony Brook, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May in Stony Brook, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Stony Brook?

In Stony Brook, 62.6°F (17°C) is the average high-temperature and 53.6°F (12°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Stony Brook are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Stony Brook, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Stony Brook?

In Stony Brook, snow does not fall in April through September.

How cold is the water in May?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C). Swimming in 53.4°F (11.9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Stony Brook have in May?

In Stony Brook, the average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Stony Brook have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average pressure in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average wind speed in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average humidity in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average rainfall in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average snowfall in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average sea temperature in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average sea temperature in May: 53.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stony Brook, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average UV index in May - Stony Brook, 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
Stony Brook, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Stony Brook, NY

Average visibility in May - Stony Brook, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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