May weather forecast
Cambridge, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cambridge, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F and 66.9°F.

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Cambridge's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a cool 53.2°F in April to an enjoyable 66.9°F. May nights in Cambridge experience a consistent temperature drop to a frosty 45.7°F.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May through July and October, with an average 3.19" of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cambridge are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Cambridge. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cambridge aggregates 0.47" of snow. In Cambridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.9 days and aggregates up to 37.01" of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Cambridge, New York, is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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FAQ

What are the temperatures in Cambridge in May?

In Cambridge, in May, the average high-temperature is 66.9°F, and the average low-temperature is 45.7°F.

What is the average humidity in May in Cambridge?

In May, the average relative humidity in Cambridge, New York, is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Cambridge?

The wettest months are May through July and October, with an average 3.19" of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Cambridge in May?

In May, in Cambridge, New York, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout May, 3.19" of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cambridge?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cambridge aggregates 0.47" of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Cambridge, New York, is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cambridge?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cambridge?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Cambridge?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cambridge, NY

Average temperature in May - Cambridge, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cambridge, NY

Average pressure in May - Cambridge, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Cambridge, NY

Average wind speed in May - Cambridge, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cambridge, NY

Average humidity in May - Cambridge, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cambridge, NY

Average rainfall in May - Cambridge, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June, July and October (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cambridge, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Cambridge, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cambridge, NY

Average snowfall in May - Cambridge, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cambridge, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Cambridge, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 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
Cambridge, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cambridge, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cambridge, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Cambridge, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cambridge, NY

Average UV index in May - Cambridge, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cambridge, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
Cambridge, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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