May weather forecast
Westerlea, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Westerlea, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average low of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Westerlea observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Westerlea in May?

The high-temperature during May is 65.8°F (18.8°C) and the low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Westerlea is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Westerlea?

In Westerlea, during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Westerlea, NY

Average temperature in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Westerlea, NY

Average pressure in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Westerlea, NY

Average wind speed in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Westerlea, NY

Average humidity in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Westerlea, NY

Average rainfall in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Westerlea, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Westerlea, NY

Average snowfall in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Westerlea, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Westerlea, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Westerlea, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Westerlea, NY

Average UV index in May - Westerlea, 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
Westerlea, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Westerlea, NY

Average visibility in May - Westerlea, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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