May weather forecast
Kew Gardens, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kew Gardens, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

Kew Gardens's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a still refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). May witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Kew Gardens, New York, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Kew Gardens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Kew Gardens, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Kew Gardens, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Kew Gardens?

The high-temperature, in May, in Kew Gardens, records 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Kew Gardens?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months in Kew Gardens.

What is the average humidity in May in Kew Gardens?

In May, the average relative humidity in Kew Gardens is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Kew Gardens?

In May, in Kew Gardens, New York, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Kew Gardens?

In Kew Gardens, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Kew Gardens in May?

In May, in Kew Gardens, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Kew Gardens?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kew Gardens?

On the first day of May in Kew Gardens, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kew Gardens have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Kew Gardens, New York, is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Kew Gardens?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kew Gardens is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average temperature in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average pressure in May - Kew Gardens, 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
Kew Gardens, NY

Average wind speed in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average humidity in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average rainfall in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average snowfall in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kew Gardens, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average UV index in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Kew Gardens, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Kew Gardens, NY

Average visibility in May - Kew Gardens, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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