May weather forecast
Lackawanna, NY

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Weather in May

The beautiful weather of May offers a blessed relief from the chilly months. Almost always, it exhibits a tendency towards warmer temperatures, making it a dream month for outdoor lovers. It sees the first notable break from snowfall, registering merely 0.35" (9mm). Nature thrives during this period, with floral displays around the city enhanced by the greater sunlight hours. While showers do make their sporadic appearances, the cityscape of Lackawanna comes alive in May.

Temperature

Lackawanna's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In May, Lackawanna experiences an average nighttime temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Lackawanna. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Lackawanna aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Lackawanna, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 31.73" (806mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, in Lackawanna, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lackawanna, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lackawanna in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Lackawanna, is 64.9°F (18.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lackawanna?

The average relative humidity in May in Lackawanna is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Lackawanna?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lackawanna in May?

In Lackawanna, New York, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Lackawanna?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Lackawanna aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lackawanna have in May?

The average day length in May in Lackawanna is 14h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Lackawanna?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lackawanna, New York, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lackawanna?

The average sunshine duration in May in Lackawanna is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lackawanna?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average temperature in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average pressure in May - Lackawanna, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average wind speed in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average humidity in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average rainfall in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average snowfall in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 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
Lackawanna, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lackawanna, 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: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average UV index in May - Lackawanna, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Lackawanna, NY

Average visibility in May - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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