May weather forecast
Highland Falls, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Highland Falls, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.3°F (9.6°C) and max 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Temperature

Highland Falls in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). Highland Falls records an average nighttime low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) throughout May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Highland Falls, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Highland Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.5" (800mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Highland Falls aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Highland Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.3 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Highland Falls, New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Highland Falls in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Highland Falls, is 69.6°F (20.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Highland Falls?

In May, the average relative humidity in Highland Falls, New York, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Highland Falls?

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Highland Falls?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Highland Falls, New York. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Highland Falls aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Highland Falls have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Highland Falls?

On the first day of May in Highland Falls, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Highland Falls have in May?

In Highland Falls, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Highland Falls?

In Highland Falls, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average temperature in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average pressure in May - Highland Falls, 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
Highland Falls, NY

Average wind speed in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average humidity in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average rainfall in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average snowfall in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Highland Falls, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average UV index in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Highland Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Highland Falls, NY

Average visibility in May - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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