May weather forecast
Elizabethtown, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Elizabethtown, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

May brings a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving up from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in April to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Elizabethtown records an average low of 44.4°F (6.9°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, May is the least humid month in Elizabethtown.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Elizabethtown. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Elizabethtown aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elizabethtown, New York, there are 85.1 snowfall days, and 43.03" (1093mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elizabethtown, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Elizabethtown 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 the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Elizabethtown?

In May, in Elizabethtown, the average high-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the least humid month in Elizabethtown?

May is the least humid month in Elizabethtown, New York, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Elizabethtown?

In May, the average relative humidity in Elizabethtown, New York, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elizabethtown?

In May, in Elizabethtown, New York, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elizabethtown?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elizabethtown. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Elizabethtown aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Elizabethtown?

The average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Elizabethtown?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Elizabethtown?

The average sunshine duration in May in Elizabethtown, New York, is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Elizabethtown?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Elizabethtown?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Elizabethtown, New York, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average temperature in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average pressure in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average wind speed in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average humidity in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average rainfall in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average snowfall in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average UV index in May - Elizabethtown, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Elizabethtown, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Elizabethtown, NY

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

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

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