May weather forecastPlattsburgh, NY
May
Weather in May
The transition into summer begins with May, which brings more temperate weather conditions. From April to May, there's an observable overhaul as comfortably warm temperatures devour the lingering spring chills. Maximum daylight hours reach 14.8 hours, bathing Plattsburgh in significant sunlight. As one can anticipate, June follows this trajectory, revamping the moderate ambience of May into grand summer heat.Temperature
A notable increase in the average high-temperature is observed in Plattsburgh during May, soaring from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). An average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is observed in Plattsburgh during the May nights.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Plattsburgh are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Plattsburgh, New York, in May, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Plattsburgh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.6 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Plattsburgh are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Plattsburgh aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Plattsburgh, there are 78.2 snowfall days, and 37.13" (943mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Plattsburgh is 14h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Plattsburgh, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Plattsburgh, New York. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. 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. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Plattsburgh, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
