May weather forecast
Plainview, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Plainview, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.7°F (17.6°C) and min 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Plainview, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Plainview.

Rainfall

In Plainview, in May, during 10 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.6 rainfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Plainview, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Plainview, New York, is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, in Plainview, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Plainview, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Plainview?

In Plainview, 63.7°F (17.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 54.3°F (12.4°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the most humid months in Plainview?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Plainview.

What is the average humidity in May in Plainview?

In May, the average relative humidity in Plainview is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Plainview?

In Plainview, in May, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Plainview?

April through November are months without snowfall in Plainview.

How many hours of daylight does Plainview have in May?

In May, the average day length in Plainview is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Plainview?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plainview, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Plainview?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Plainview?

In Plainview, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Plainview, NY

Average temperature in May - Plainview, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Plainview, NY

Average pressure in May - Plainview, 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
Plainview, NY

Average wind speed in May - Plainview, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Plainview, NY

Average humidity in May - Plainview, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Plainview, NY

Average rainfall in May - Plainview, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Plainview, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Plainview, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Plainview, NY

Average snowfall in May - Plainview, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Plainview, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Plainview, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plainview, 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Plainview, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Plainview, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Plainview, NY

Average UV index in May - Plainview, 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
Plainview, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Plainview, NY

Average visibility in May - Plainview, 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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