May weather forecast
Forest Hills, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Forest Hills, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

Forest Hills's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During May in Forest Hills, New York, the average low-temperature is recorded at a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Forest Hills, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Forest Hills, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Forest Hills, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May in Forest Hills, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Forest Hills is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Forest Hills is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Forest Hills?

During May, Forest Hills experiences an average high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Forest Hills?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months in Forest Hills.

What is the average humidity in May in Forest Hills?

The average relative humidity in May in Forest Hills is 75%.

How much does it rain in Forest Hills in May?

In May, in Forest Hills, New York, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Forest Hills?

In Forest Hills, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Forest Hills in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Forest Hills?

In May, the average day length in Forest Hills, New York, is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Forest Hills?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Forest Hills, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Forest Hills?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Forest Hills, New York, is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Forest Hills?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average temperature in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average pressure in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average wind speed in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average humidity in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average rainfall in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average snowfall in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average UV index in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Forest Hills, NY

Average visibility in May - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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