May weather forecastRainbow Lake, NY
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Rainbow Lake, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C).Temperature
The onset of May witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in April to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Rainbow Lake's average low-temperature in May is measured at a frosty 42.8°F (6°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Rainbow Lake, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Rainbow Lake. During 2 snowfall days, in May, Rainbow Lake aggregates 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 120.5 snowfall days, and 74.72" (1898mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 7.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"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
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (24.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rainbow Lake, 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: 7h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in May
Rainbow Lake, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
