Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the beginning of May, West Elmira's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) in West Elmira, New York.Humidity
April through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In West Elmira, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Elmira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.7 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in West Elmira. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, West Elmira aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In West Elmira, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.6 days and aggregates up to 34.61" (879mm) of snow.Daylight
In West Elmira, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 67.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).
Average pressure in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).
Average rainfall in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
West Elmira, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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