May weather forecast
Medford, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Medford, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). Medford encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the May nights, with a low-temperature average of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Medford, New York, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Medford, there are 155.3 rainfall days, and 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.7 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, in Medford, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Medford is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Medford is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Medford?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Medford are 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Medford?

The months with the highest humidity in Medford, New York, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Medford?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Medford?

In Medford, New York, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Medford?

May is the first month it typically snows in Medford. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Medford?

In Medford, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Medford?

On the first day of May in Medford, New York, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Medford?

The average sunshine duration in May in Medford is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Medford?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Medford 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
Medford, NY

Average temperature in May - Medford, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Medford, NY

Average pressure in May - Medford, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Medford, NY

Average wind speed in May - Medford, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Medford, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Medford, NY

Average rainfall in May - Medford, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in May
Medford, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Medford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Medford, NY

Average snowfall in May - Medford, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Medford, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Medford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
Medford, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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
Medford, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Medford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Medford, NY

Average UV index in May - Medford, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Medford, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Medford, NY

Average visibility in May - Medford, 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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