May weather forecastAstoria, NY
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Astoria, New York, with an average temperature varying between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C).Temperature
The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C). In the month of May, Astoria's average low-temperature falls to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Astoria, New York, during May, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Astoria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Astoria, New York, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In Astoria, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.On the first day of May in Astoria, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Astoria. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Astoria, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Astoria, NY
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Astoria, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").
Average rainfall days in May
Astoria, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Astoria, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Astoria, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Astoria, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Astoria, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 18.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Astoria, NY
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Astoria, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Astoria, 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).
