May weather forecast
Lansing, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lansing, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.2°F (7.9°C) and max 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Lansing experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C). During May, the average low-temperature in Lansing is a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Lansing.

Rainfall

In Lansing, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lansing, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 32.56" (827mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lansing. May is the last month it regularly snows in Lansing, New York. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Lansing aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lansing, New York, there are 82.1 snowfall days, and 34.57" (878mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Lansing, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lansing in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Lansing, is 66.6°F (19.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What are the least humid months in Lansing?

The months with the lowest humidity in Lansing, New York, are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Lansing?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Lansing?

In Lansing, in May, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Lansing?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in May?

In May, the average day length in Lansing, New York, is 14h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Lansing?

On the first day of May in Lansing, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lansing have in May?

In Lansing, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Lansing?

In Lansing, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lansing, NY

Average temperature in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Lansing, NY

Average pressure in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Lansing, NY

Average wind speed in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Lansing, NY

Average humidity in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lansing, NY

Average rainfall in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lansing, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Lansing, NY

Average snowfall in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

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
Lansing, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Lansing, 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lansing, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lansing, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lansing, NY

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Lansing, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in May
Lansing, NY

Average visibility in May - Lansing, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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