May weather forecast
Rensselaer, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rensselaer, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Rensselaer's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). Rensselaer's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

In Rensselaer, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Rensselaer, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rensselaer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Rensselaer aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Rensselaer is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May in Rensselaer, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rensselaer, New York, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Rensselaer, New York, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Rensselaer?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Rensselaer, is 67.6°F (19.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Rensselaer?

The average relative humidity in May in Rensselaer, New York, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Rensselaer in May?

In Rensselaer, New York, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Rensselaer?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Rensselaer. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Rensselaer aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Rensselaer, New York, is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Rensselaer?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rensselaer, New York, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rensselaer have in May?

In Rensselaer, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Rensselaer?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Rensselaer.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Rensselaer?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Rensselaer is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average temperature in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average pressure in May - Rensselaer, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average wind speed in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average humidity in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average rainfall in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average snowfall in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 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
Rensselaer, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rensselaer, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average UV index in May - Rensselaer, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Rensselaer, NY

Average visibility in May - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August and September (5mi).

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