Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, Ithaca's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). In the month of May, Ithaca records a consistent average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Ithaca are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Ithaca, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.2 rainfall days, and 32.56" (827mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Ithaca are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Ithaca. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Ithaca aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 82.1 snowfall days, and 34.57" (878mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Ithaca is 8.3h.UV index
In Ithaca, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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How high is the UV index in May in Ithaca?
Average temperature in May
Ithaca, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Ithaca, 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
Ithaca, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Ithaca, NY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Ithaca, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").
Average rainfall days in May
Ithaca, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ithaca, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ithaca, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 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
Ithaca, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ithaca, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Ithaca, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
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).
Average cloud cover in May
Ithaca, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Ithaca, 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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