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 witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Rapids throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Rapids. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Rapids. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Rapids aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 73.2 snowfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.On the first day of May in Rapids, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Rapids, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Rapids in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Rapids?
What is the wettest month in Rapids?
How many days does it rain in May in Rapids?
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How many hours of daylight does Rapids have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rapids?
How many hours of sunshine does Rapids have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Rapids?
Average temperature in May
Rapids, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 62.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Rapids, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Rapids, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Rapids, NY
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Rapids, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Rapids, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Rapids, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Rapids, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rapids, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rapids, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).
Average UV index in May
Rapids, 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
Rapids, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Rapids, 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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