May weather forecastColumbus, NY
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Columbus, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in April to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C).Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Columbus aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.9 days and aggregates up to 44.8" (1138mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in May
Columbus, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Columbus, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Columbus, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in May
Columbus, NY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Columbus, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").
Average rainfall days in May
Columbus, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Columbus, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Columbus, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Columbus, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Columbus, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Columbus, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Columbus, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Columbus, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
