May weather forecast
Wading River, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Wading River, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.6°F (12°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

As Wading River transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). During the month of May, Wading River's average nighttime temperature closely mirrors its daytime counterpart, at a fresh 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Wading River are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Wading River, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153 rainfall days, and 35.04" (890mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Wading River, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Wading River, New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Wading River is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wading River in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Wading River, is 61.5°F (16.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the most humid month in Wading River?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Wading River, New York.

What is the average humidity in May in Wading River?

In May, the average relative humidity in Wading River, New York, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Wading River in May?

In Wading River, New York, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Wading River?

May is the first month it typically snows in Wading River, New York. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Wading River?

The average day length in May in Wading River, New York, is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Wading River?

On the first day of May in Wading River, New York, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wading River have in May?

In Wading River, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Wading River?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Wading River is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Wading River, NY

Average temperature in May - Wading River, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Wading River, NY

Average pressure in May - Wading River, 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
Wading River, NY

Average wind speed in May - Wading River, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Wading River, NY

Average humidity in May - Wading River, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Wading River, NY

Average rainfall in May - Wading River, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Wading River, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Wading River, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wading River, NY

Average snowfall in May - Wading River, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wading River, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Wading River, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wading River, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wading River, 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
Wading River, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Wading River, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Wading River, NY

Average UV index in May - Wading River, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Wading River, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Wading River, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Wading River, NY

Average visibility in May - Wading River, 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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