May weather forecastGeneseo, NY

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Geneseo, New York, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). In the month of May, the average low-temperature in Geneseo usually rests at a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout May, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108.9 rainfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Geneseo aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Geneseo, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. 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. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Geneseo during May is 66.7°F (19.3°C) and the low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

May is the least humid month in Geneseo, New York, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

In Geneseo, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

In Geneseo, New York, during May, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

May is the last month it regularly snows in Geneseo. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Geneseo aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

The average day length in May in Geneseo, New York, is 14h and 40min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Geneseo, New York, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

In Geneseo, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Geneseo, New York, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Geneseo, 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
Geneseo, NY

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min

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: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (14 days).

Average UV index in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Geneseo, NY

  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).