May weather forecast
Chestertown, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chestertown, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature rise, advancing from April's chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). The average temperature in Chestertown during May nights dips to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Chestertown, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Chestertown aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Chestertown, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.6 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Chestertown is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May in Chestertown, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Chestertown, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

In Chestertown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chestertown in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Chestertown, records 63.5°F (17.5°C), while the low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Chestertown?

The least humid month in Chestertown is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Chestertown?

In Chestertown, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Chestertown?

In May, in Chestertown, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Chestertown?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Chestertown aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chestertown have in May?

In May, the average day length in Chestertown, New York, is 14h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Chestertown?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chestertown, New York, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Chestertown?

In Chestertown, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Chestertown?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Chestertown, NY

Average temperature in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Chestertown, NY

Average pressure in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Chestertown, NY

Average wind speed in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Chestertown, NY

Average humidity in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Chestertown, NY

Average rainfall in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in May
Chestertown, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Chestertown, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Chestertown, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20 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
Chestertown, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Chestertown, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Chestertown, NY

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Chestertown, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Chestertown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Chestertown, NY

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

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

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