May weather forecast
Howes Cave, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Howes Cave, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in Howes Cave's average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). During the month of May, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Howes Cave.

Rainfall

In Howes Cave, in May, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Howes Cave, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.5 days and collects up to 32.83" (834mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Howes Cave. May is the last month it regularly snows in Howes Cave. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Howes Cave aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Howes Cave, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.8 days and aggregates up to 42.09" (1069mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Howes Cave, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Howes Cave, New York, is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Howes Cave?

The high-temperature, in May, in Howes Cave, records 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Howes Cave?

The months with the lowest humidity in Howes Cave are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Howes Cave?

In Howes Cave, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Howes Cave in May?

In Howes Cave, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Howes Cave?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Howes Cave. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Howes Cave aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Howes Cave?

In Howes Cave, the average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Howes Cave?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Howes Cave have in May?

In Howes Cave, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Howes Cave?

The months with the highest UV index in Howes Cave are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May in Howes Cave?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Howes Cave, New York, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average temperature in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°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 (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average pressure in May - Howes Cave, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average wind speed in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average humidity in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average rainfall in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average snowfall in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Howes Cave, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average UV index in May - Howes Cave, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Howes Cave, NY

Average visibility in May - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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