May weather forecast
Canaan, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Canaan, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average low of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). In Canaan, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Canaan, New York, is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Canaan are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Canaan aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Canaan, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.2 days and aggregates up to 40.98" (1041mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Canaan is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Canaan is 8.2h.

UV index

In Canaan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Canaan?

The high-temperature, in May, in Canaan, records 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Canaan?

The average relative humidity in May in Canaan is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Canaan?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Canaan in May?

In Canaan, New York, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Canaan?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Canaan, New York. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Canaan aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Canaan is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Canaan?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Canaan, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Canaan have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Canaan is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Canaan?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Canaan, New York, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Canaan, NY

Average temperature in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Canaan, NY

Average pressure in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Canaan, NY

Average wind speed in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Canaan, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Canaan, NY

Average rainfall in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in May
Canaan, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Canaan, NY

Average snowfall in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Canaan, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.9 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
Canaan, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Canaan, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Canaan, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Canaan, NY

Average UV index in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Canaan, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Canaan, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in May
Canaan, NY

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

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

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