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 shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). The nights of May in Colonie anticipate an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C).Humidity
In Colonie, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Colonie. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Colonie aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Colonie, there are 52.3 snowfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Colonie is 14h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Colonie, New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Colonie?
What is the average humidity in May in Colonie?
What is the wettest month in Colonie?
How many days does it rain in May in Colonie?
What is the last month it snows in Colonie?
What is the average length of the day in May in Colonie?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Colonie?
How many hours of sunshine does Colonie have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Colonie?
What is the UV index reading in May in Colonie?
Average temperature in May
Colonie, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Colonie, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"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).
Average wind speed in May
Colonie, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Colonie, NY
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Colonie, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.17").
Average rainfall days in May
Colonie, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Colonie, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Colonie, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Colonie, 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 5min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Colonie, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (10.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Colonie, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Colonie, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Colonie, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and September (5mi).
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