May weather forecast
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cold Spring Harbor, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C). In Cold Spring Harbor, the May nights cool down to an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Cold Spring Harbor.

Rainfall

In Cold Spring Harbor, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 35.04" (890mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Cold Spring Harbor.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C).
Note: If planning to swim in 53.4°F (11.9°C) under 50°F (10°C), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 55.4°F (13°C) is not much warmer.

Daylight

In Cold Spring Harbor, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, in Cold Spring Harbor, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Cold Spring Harbor is 8.9h.

UV index

In Cold Spring Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cold Spring Harbor in May?

During May, Cold Spring Harbor experiences an average high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Cold Spring Harbor?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Cold Spring Harbor, New York.

What is the average humidity in May in Cold Spring Harbor?

The average relative humidity in May in Cold Spring Harbor is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cold Spring Harbor in May?

In Cold Spring Harbor, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cold Spring Harbor?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Cold Spring Harbor in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Cold Spring Harbor?

In Cold Spring Harbor, New York, in May, the average water temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C). Swimming in 53.4°F (11.9°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in May in Cold Spring Harbor?

The average day length in May in Cold Spring Harbor, New York, is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cold Spring Harbor?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cold Spring Harbor, New York, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cold Spring Harbor?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Cold Spring Harbor?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average temperature in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average pressure in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average wind speed in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average humidity in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average rainfall in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average snowfall in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average sea temperature in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average sea temperature in May: 53.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cold Spring Harbor, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average UV index in May - Cold Spring Harbor, 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
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average visibility in May - Cold Spring Harbor, 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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