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
May sees a temperature increase, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). In Gainesville, May nights cool down to an average of 46.8°F (8.2°C).Humidity
May is the least humid month, 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
Months with snowfall in Gainesville are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Gainesville aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Gainesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 95 days and aggregates up to 45.79" (1163mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Gainesville, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Gainesville are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Gainesville?
What is the least humid month in Gainesville?
What is the average humidity in May in Gainesville?
What is the rainiest month in Gainesville?
How many days does it rain in May in Gainesville?
What is the last month it snows in Gainesville?
How many hours of daylight does Gainesville have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gainesville?
How many hours of sunshine does Gainesville have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Gainesville?
What is the UV index reading in May in Gainesville?
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 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 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).
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