May weather forecast
West Saugerties, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in West Saugerties, New York, with an average temperature varying between 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

West Saugerties experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) in April to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Despite a noticeable differential from daytime highs, West Saugerties notes an average nighttime low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in West Saugerties is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Saugerties, in May, during 13.9 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Saugerties, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.7 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Saugerties aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In West Saugerties, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.1 days and aggregates up to 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in West Saugerties is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in West Saugerties, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in West Saugerties is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in West Saugerties?

The high-temperature in West Saugerties, New York, during May is 68.9°F (20.5°C) and the low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Saugerties?

In West Saugerties, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in West Saugerties?

In May, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout May, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in West Saugerties?

May is the last month it regularly snows in West Saugerties, New York. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Saugerties aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in West Saugerties?

In West Saugerties, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in West Saugerties?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in West Saugerties?

In West Saugerties, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in West Saugerties?

In West Saugerties, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average temperature in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average pressure in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
West Saugerties, NY

Average wind speed in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average humidity in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average rainfall in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average rainfall days in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average snowfall in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average snowfall days in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Saugerties, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average sunshine days in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average UV index in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
West Saugerties, NY

Average cloud cover in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
West Saugerties, NY

Average visibility in May - West Saugerties, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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