May weather forecastAmsterdam, NY
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Amsterdam, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average high of 67.5°F (19.7°C).Temperature
The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C). Amsterdam records a mean low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) in May.Humidity
In Amsterdam, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall in Amsterdam are May and October, with an average 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Amsterdam aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Amsterdam, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 16.57" (421mm) of snow.Daylight
In Amsterdam, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Amsterdam are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 67.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°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 (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.01"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.14").
Average rainfall days in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
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: 8h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and July (14.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Amsterdam, 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Amsterdam, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
