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 average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Rifton throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
In Rifton, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Rifton, New York, in May, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Rifton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rifton, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 16.38" (416mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Rifton is 14h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of May, in Rifton, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.UV index
In Rifton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Rifton in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Rifton?
How many days does it rain in May in Rifton?
What is the last month it snows in Rifton?
What is the average length of the day in May in Rifton?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Rifton?
How long on average sun shines in May in Rifton?
How high is the UV index in May in Rifton?
Average temperature in May
Rifton, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).
Average pressure in May
Rifton, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Rifton, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Rifton, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Rifton, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in May
Rifton, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Rifton, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Rifton, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rifton, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rifton, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Rifton, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Rifton, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Rifton, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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