May weather forecast
West Sayville, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in West Sayville, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average high of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). In May, a low-temperature average of 54.3°F (12.4°C) is characteristic of West Sayville, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Sayville, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.3 rainfall days, and 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Sayville are January through March, May, October and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In West Sayville, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.7 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In West Sayville, in May, the average water temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C).
Note: It is advised against swimming in 53.4°F (11.9°C) when it drops below 50°F (10°C). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In West Sayville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In West Sayville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Sayville in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in West Sayville, records 61.2°F (16.2°C), while the low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in West Sayville.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in May?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C). Swimming in 53.4°F (11.9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does West Sayville have in May?

In West Sayville, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West Sayville, NY

Average temperature in May - West Sayville, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in May
West Sayville, NY

Average pressure in May - West Sayville, 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
West Sayville, NY

Average wind speed in May - West Sayville, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).

Average humidity in May
West Sayville, NY

Average humidity in May - West Sayville, 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
West Sayville, NY

Average rainfall in May - West Sayville, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
West Sayville, NY

Average rainfall days in May - West Sayville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Sayville, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Sayville, NY

Average snowfall days in May - West Sayville, 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 and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
West Sayville, NY

Average sea temperature in May - West Sayville, NY
  • Average sea temperature in May: 53.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Sayville, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Sayville, NY

Average sunshine days in May - West Sayville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
West Sayville, NY

Average UV index in May - West Sayville, 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
West Sayville, NY

Average cloud cover in May - West Sayville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
West Sayville, NY

Average visibility in May - West Sayville, 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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