May weather forecast
Highland Lake, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Highland Lake, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Highland Lake's temperature drops to an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Highland Lake aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.7 snowfall days, and 33.58" (853mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Highland Lake, New York, is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Highland Lake?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Highland Lake, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Highland Lake?

The average relative humidity in May in Highland Lake is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Highland Lake?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Highland Lake, New York. Rain falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Highland Lake in May?

In Highland Lake, New York, in May, during 18.7 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Highland Lake?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Highland Lake, New York. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Highland Lake aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Highland Lake is 14h and 32min.

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

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in May in Highland Lake is 8.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Highland Lake?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Highland Lake, New York.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Highland Lake is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average temperature in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average pressure in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average wind speed in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average humidity in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average rainfall in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average snowfall in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.7 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 Lake, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Highland Lake, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average UV index in May - Highland Lake, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in May
Highland Lake, NY

Average visibility in May - Highland Lake, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and September (4mi).

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