May weather forecast
East Amherst, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in East Amherst, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48°F (8.9°C) and an average high of 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In East Amherst, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In East Amherst, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In East Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in East Amherst. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, East Amherst aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In East Amherst, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 12.68" (322mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May in East Amherst, New York, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In East Amherst, New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for East Amherst in May?

May temperatures in East Amherst vary between a high-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) and a low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in East Amherst?

In May, the average relative humidity in East Amherst is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in East Amherst?

In East Amherst, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in East Amherst?

May is the last month it regularly snows in East Amherst, New York. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, East Amherst aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Amherst have in May?

The average day length in May in East Amherst is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in East Amherst?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Amherst, New York, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does East Amherst have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in East Amherst is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in East Amherst?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in East Amherst is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
East Amherst, NY

Average temperature in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
East Amherst, NY

Average pressure in May - East Amherst, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
East Amherst, NY

Average wind speed in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
East Amherst, NY

Average humidity in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
East Amherst, NY

Average rainfall in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in May
East Amherst, NY

Average rainfall days in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
East Amherst, NY

Average snowfall in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
East Amherst, NY

Average snowfall days in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 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
East Amherst, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Amherst, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
East Amherst, NY

Average sunshine days in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
East Amherst, NY

Average UV index in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
East Amherst, NY

Average cloud cover in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
East Amherst, NY

Average visibility in May - East Amherst, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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