May weather forecast
Utica, NY

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An aerial panorama of the dense city of Utica, New York
An aerial panorama of the dense city of Utica, New York

Weather in May

The month of May is characterized by warmer temperatures, longer days, and increased rain as Utica firmly steps into spring. The disappearance of snowfall, now recorded at a scant 0.12" (3mm), reaffirms the arrival of much warmer and longer days. Residents experience a clear shift in the weather as rainfall volumes rise due to spring showers. The city comes to full bloom, with greenery becoming more prominent and a significant reduction in wind speeds. May, therefore, represents the zenith of spring, embracing the coming summer season in Utica.

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in April to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). An average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) is recorded in the month of May in Utica.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Utica, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Utica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.3 days and collects up to 38.9" (988mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Utica, New York. May is the last month it regularly snows in Utica. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Utica aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Utica, there are 90 snowfall days, and 47.6" (1209mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Utica in May?

Utica in May has an average high-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What are the least humid months in Utica?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Utica?

The average relative humidity in May in Utica, New York, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Utica?

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Utica?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Utica. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Utica aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Utica have in May?

In Utica, the average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Utica?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Utica?

In Utica, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Utica?

In Utica, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Utica, NY

Average temperature in May - Utica, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Utica, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Utica, NY

Average wind speed in May - Utica, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Utica, NY

Average humidity in May - Utica, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Utica, NY

Average rainfall in May - Utica, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.6").

Average rainfall days in May
Utica, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Utica, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Utica, NY

Average snowfall in May - Utica, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Utica, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Utica, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Utica, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Utica, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Utica, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Utica, NY

Average UV index in May - Utica, 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
Utica, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Utica, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Utica, NY

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

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

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