Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) in April to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) is recorded.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Chester, in May, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.2 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chester. May is the last month it regularly snows in Chester. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Chester aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Chester, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 17.68" (449mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Chester is 14h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Chester is 8.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Chester?
What is the average humidity in May in Chester?
How much does it rain in Chester in May?
What is the last month it snows in Chester?
What is the average length of the day in May in Chester?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Chester?
How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Chester?
Average temperature in May
Chester, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Chester, 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
Chester, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Chester, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Chester, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Chester, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Chester, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Chester, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chester, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Chester, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Chester, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Chester, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Chester, 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).
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