Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
In May, the average high-temperature rises from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). The average low-temperature, in May, is 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 May, in Elmira, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.7 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elmira are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, Elmira aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elmira, 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, New York, is 14h and 35min.On the first day of May in Elmira, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Elmira, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
FAQ
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Average temperature in May
Elmira, 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).
Average pressure in May
Elmira, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Elmira, 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).
Average humidity in May
Elmira, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Elmira, 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").
Average rainfall days in May
Elmira, 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).
Average snowfall in May
Elmira, 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").
Average snowfall days in May
Elmira, 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elmira, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 35min
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 10min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 36min
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).
Average sunshine days in May
Elmira, 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).
Average UV index in May
Elmira, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Elmira, 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).
Average visibility in May
Elmira, 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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