May weather forecast
Elma, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Elma, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). Elma reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) in May.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Elma, New York. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Elma aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.6 snowfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elma, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Elma is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elma, New York, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elma in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Elma?

The months with the lowest humidity in Elma are May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Elma?

In May, the average relative humidity in Elma is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Elma?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Elma?

In Elma, New York, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elma?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elma. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Elma aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elma have in May?

In May, the average day length in Elma is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Elma?

On the first day of May in Elma, New York, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elma have in May?

In Elma, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Elma?

In Elma, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elma, NY

Average temperature in May - Elma, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elma, NY

Average pressure in May - Elma, 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
Elma, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elma, NY

Average humidity in May - Elma, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Elma, NY

Average rainfall in May - Elma, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elma, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Elma, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elma, NY

Average snowfall in May - Elma, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elma, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Elma, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 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
Elma, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elma, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elma, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Elma, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elma, NY

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Elma, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Elma, NY

Average visibility in May - Elma, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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