May weather forecastGainesville, NY
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Gainesville, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout the May nights, Gainesville encounters a low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).Humidity
The least humid month in Gainesville is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Gainesville aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 95 snowfall days, and 45.79" (1163mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Gainesville, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min
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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Gainesville, 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
Gainesville, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Gainesville, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
