May weather forecast
Sunnyside, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sunnyside, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 67.3°F (19.6°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

As Sunnyside enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) of April to a still refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is noted in Sunnyside, New York, during the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Sunnyside, in May, during 9 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sunnyside, there are 89.8 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sunnyside, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sunnyside is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May in Sunnyside, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sunnyside in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sunnyside, New York, are 67.3°F (19.6°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Sunnyside?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Sunnyside?

In Sunnyside, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sunnyside?

In Sunnyside, New York, in May, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sunnyside?

In Sunnyside, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Sunnyside have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sunnyside?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sunnyside, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sunnyside?

In Sunnyside, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Sunnyside?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sunnyside?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average temperature in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average pressure in May - Sunnyside, 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
Sunnyside, NY

Average wind speed in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average humidity in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average rainfall in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average snowfall in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average UV index in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Sunnyside, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Sunnyside, NY

Average visibility in May - Sunnyside, 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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