Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The beginning of May signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in April to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in Nelson hover around an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C) in May.Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Nelson, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.3 days and collects up to 38.5" (978mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Nelson. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Nelson aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 snowfall days, and 59.65" (1515mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Nelson, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.On the first day of May in Nelson, New York, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Nelson, New York, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Nelson in May?
What are the least humid months in Nelson?
What is the average humidity in May in Nelson?
How many days does it rain in May in Nelson?
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How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Nelson?
How long on average sun shines in May in Nelson?
When is the highest UV index in Nelson?
What is the UV index reading in May in Nelson?
Average temperature in May
Nelson, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Nelson, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Nelson, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Nelson, NY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Nelson, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.74"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").
Average rainfall days in May
Nelson, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Nelson, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Nelson, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nelson, 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: 8h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Nelson, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Nelson, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Nelson, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Nelson, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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