May weather forecast
Bedford, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bedford, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and an average low of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Throughout May, Bedford records an average temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Bedford is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bedford, in May, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 22.32" (567mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bedford. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bedford aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bedford is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Bedford, New York, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bedford, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Bedford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bedford in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Bedford, is 67.8°F (19.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Bedford?

The average relative humidity in May in Bedford, New York, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bedford?

In Bedford, New York, in May, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Bedford?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bedford aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Bedford is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bedford?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bedford, New York, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bedford have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Bedford?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bedford is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bedford, NY

Average temperature in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.8°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 (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bedford, NY

Average pressure in May - Bedford, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Bedford, NY

Average wind speed in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bedford, NY

Average humidity in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bedford, NY

Average rainfall in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bedford, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bedford, NY

Average snowfall in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Bedford, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bedford, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bedford, NY

Average UV index in May - Bedford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bedford, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Bedford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Bedford, NY

Average visibility in May - Bedford, 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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