May weather forecast
Whitman, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Whitman, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Whitman, during May, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Whitman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Whitman. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Whitman aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.3 snowfall days, and 27.87" (708mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Whitman, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Whitman, is 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Whitman aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whitman have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Whitman, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Whitman?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Whitman, NY

Average temperature in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°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 (27°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Whitman, NY

Average pressure in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Whitman, NY

Average wind speed in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Whitman, NY

Average humidity in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Whitman, NY

Average rainfall in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Whitman, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whitman, NY

Average snowfall in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Whitman, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Whitman, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Whitman, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Whitman, NY

Average UV index in May - Whitman, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Whitman, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Whitman, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Whitman, NY

Average visibility in May - Whitman, 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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