May weather forecast
Taughannock Falls, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Taughannock Falls, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Throughout the month of May, Taughannock Falls witnesses an average temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

In Taughannock Falls, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Taughannock Falls, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.1 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Taughannock Falls aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Taughannock Falls, there are 83.4 snowfall days, and 34.65" (880mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Taughannock Falls is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Taughannock Falls, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Taughannock Falls aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Taughannock Falls have in May?

In Taughannock Falls, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average temperature in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°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 (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average pressure in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average wind speed in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average humidity in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average rainfall in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average snowfall in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average UV index in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average visibility in May - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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