May weather forecast
Durham, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Durham, New York, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). Throughout May, Durham experiences a low-temperature average of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

In Durham, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Durham, New York, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.5 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Durham. May is the last month it regularly snows in Durham. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Durham aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Durham, there are 62.8 snowfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May in Durham, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Durham, New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Durham are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Durham?

During May, Durham experiences an average high-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) and a low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Durham?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Durham in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Durham?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Durham aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Durham have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Durham?

On the first day of May in Durham, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Durham?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Durham?

The months with the highest UV index in Durham are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in Durham?

In Durham, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Durham, NY

Average temperature in May - Durham, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Durham, NY

Average pressure in May - Durham, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Durham, NY

Average wind speed in May - Durham, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Durham, NY

Average humidity in May - Durham, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Durham, NY

Average rainfall in May - Durham, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in May
Durham, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Durham, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Durham, NY

Average snowfall in May - Durham, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Durham, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 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
Durham, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Durham, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Durham, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Durham, NY

Average UV index in May - Durham, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Durham, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Durham, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Durham, NY

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

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

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