May weather forecast
Worcester, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Worcester, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.6°F (7°C) and max 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) in Worcester.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April, May and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Worcester aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Worcester, during the entire year, snow falls for 88 days and aggregates up to 46.42" (1179mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Worcester, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Worcester are 65.1°F (18.4°C) and 44.6°F (7°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

April, May and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Worcester?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Worcester?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Worcester aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Worcester have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Worcester, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Worcester, NY

Average temperature in May - Worcester, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.6°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 (14.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Worcester, NY

Average pressure in May - Worcester, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Worcester, NY

Average wind speed in May - Worcester, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Worcester, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Worcester, NY

Average rainfall in May - Worcester, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Worcester, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Worcester, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Worcester, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Worcester, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Worcester, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Worcester, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Worcester, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Worcester, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Worcester, NY

Average UV index in May - Worcester, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Worcester, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Worcester, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Worcester, NY

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

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

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