May weather forecast
Alma, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Alma, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). An average temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Alma, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Alma, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.8 days and collects up to 18.03" (458mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Alma. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Alma aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Alma, during the entire year, snow falls for 91.5 days and aggregates up to 25.31" (643mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Alma is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, in Alma, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Alma, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alma in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Alma, is 65.5°F (18.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Alma?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Alma?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Alma?

In May, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout May, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Alma?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Alma. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Alma aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Alma?

The average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Alma?

On the first day of May in Alma, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Alma?

The average sunshine duration in May in Alma is 8.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Alma?

The months with the highest UV index in Alma, New York, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Alma?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Alma, New York, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Alma, NY

Average temperature in May - Alma, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Alma, NY

Average pressure in May - Alma, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alma, NY

Average wind speed in May - Alma, 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 (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Alma, NY

Average humidity in May - Alma, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Alma, NY

Average rainfall in May - Alma, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in May
Alma, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Alma, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alma, NY

Average snowfall in May - Alma, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Alma, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Alma, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alma, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alma, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alma, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Alma, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Alma, NY

Average UV index in May - Alma, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Alma, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Alma, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Alma, NY

Average visibility in May - Alma, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August and September (4mi).

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