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 sea temperature 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 arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) in April to a pleasant 68°F (20°C). Throughout May, New York witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).Humidity
In New York, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In New York, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169 days and collects up to 36.65" (931mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In New York, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
In New York, in May, the average water temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).Note: 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.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
In New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Average temperature in May
New York, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 68°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in May
New York, 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 York, 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 July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in May
New York, NY
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in May
New York, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").
Average rainfall days in May
New York, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
New York, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
New York, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
New York, NY
- Average sea temperature in May: 52.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New York, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- 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: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
New York, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
New York, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
New York, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
New York, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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