May weather forecast
Westport, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Westport, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and an average low of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from April's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). Westport registers a consistent average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) during May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Westport, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Westport aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 85.1 snowfall days, and 43.03" (1093mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Westport, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of May in Westport, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Westport, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Westport aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Westport, the average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Westport have in May?

In Westport, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

When is 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 intensity in May in Westport?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Westport, NY

Average temperature in May - Westport, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Westport, NY

Average pressure in May - Westport, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Westport, NY

Average wind speed in May - Westport, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Westport, NY

Average humidity in May - Westport, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Westport, NY

Average rainfall in May - Westport, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Westport, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Westport, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Westport, NY

Average snowfall in May - Westport, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Westport, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Westport, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Westport, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Westport, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Westport, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Westport, NY

Average UV index in May - Westport, 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
Westport, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Westport, NY

Average visibility in May - Westport, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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