May weather forecast
Young Hickory, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Young Hickory, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). During May nights, Young Hickory witnesses a consistent average temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April through June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in Young Hickory, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Young Hickory aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Young Hickory, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.4 days and aggregates up to 33.03" (839mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Young Hickory experiences an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity in Young Hickory are April through June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Young Hickory, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Young Hickory aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Young Hickory, the average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Young Hickory?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Young Hickory, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Young Hickory?

In Young Hickory, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average temperature in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Young Hickory, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average wind speed in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average humidity in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average rainfall in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average snowfall in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Young Hickory, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average UV index in May - Young Hickory, 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
Young Hickory, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Young Hickory, NY

Average visibility in May - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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