May weather forecast
Alexandria Bay, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Alexandria Bay, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in April to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). Alexandria Bay, in the month of May, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

In Alexandria Bay, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Alexandria Bay, New York, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Alexandria Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.9 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Alexandria Bay. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Alexandria Bay aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Alexandria Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.8 days and aggregates up to 24.25" (616mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Alexandria Bay, the average seawater temperature in May is 42.4°F (5.8°C).
Note: Swimming in 42.4°F (5.8°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

In Alexandria Bay, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, in Alexandria Bay, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Alexandria Bay, New York, is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Alexandria Bay is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alexandria Bay in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alexandria Bay are 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Alexandria Bay?

In Alexandria Bay, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Alexandria Bay?

In Alexandria Bay, New York, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Alexandria Bay?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Alexandria Bay. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Alexandria Bay aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in May in Alexandria Bay?

In Alexandria Bay, in May, the average water temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Alexandria Bay have in May?

In May, the average day length in Alexandria Bay, New York, is 14h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Alexandria Bay?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Alexandria Bay?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Alexandria Bay is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Alexandria Bay?

In Alexandria Bay, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average temperature in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average pressure in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average wind speed in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average humidity in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average rainfall in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average snowfall in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average sea temperature in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average sea temperature in May: 42.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (35.9°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alexandria Bay, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average UV index in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average visibility in May - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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