May weather forecast
Elmira Heights, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Elmira Heights, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Elmira Heights sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Elmira Heights, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.7 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Elmira Heights aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.6 snowfall days, and 34.61" (879mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Elmira Heights is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Elmira Heights, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Elmira Heights is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Elmira Heights are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elmira Heights in May?

During May, Elmira Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) and a low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

What are the least humid months in Elmira Heights?

The months with the lowest humidity in Elmira Heights, New York, are April through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Elmira Heights?

In Elmira Heights, New York, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elmira Heights?

In Elmira Heights, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elmira Heights?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Elmira Heights?

In Elmira Heights, the average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Elmira Heights?

On the first day of May in Elmira Heights, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Elmira Heights?

In Elmira Heights, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Elmira Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Elmira Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Elmira Heights, New York, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average temperature in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average pressure in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average wind speed in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average humidity in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average rainfall in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average snowfall in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 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
Elmira Heights, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elmira Heights, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average UV index in May - Elmira Heights, 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
Elmira Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Elmira Heights, NY

Average visibility in May - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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