May weather forecastLackawanna, NY
May
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
May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In Lackawanna, May is marked by an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
In Lackawanna, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Lackawanna. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Lackawanna aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 81.7 snowfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 40min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9h.UV index
In Lackawanna, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lackawanna, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
