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
May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). In May, the recorded average low-temperature in New Paltz is a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
In New Paltz, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In New Paltz, New York, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Paltz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.6 days and collects up to 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in New Paltz. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, New Paltz aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In New Paltz, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 8.58" (218mm) of snow.Daylight
In New Paltz, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.On the first day of May in New Paltz, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In New Paltz, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In New Paltz, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in New Paltz?
What is the average humidity in May in New Paltz?
How many days does it rain in May in New Paltz?
What is the last month it snows in New Paltz?
What is the average length of the day in May in New Paltz?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in New Paltz?
How long on average sun shines in May in New Paltz?
What is the UV index intensity in May in New Paltz?
Average temperature in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
New Paltz, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").
Average rainfall days in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New Paltz, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
New Paltz, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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