May weather forecastSag Harbor, NY
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Sag Harbor, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average high of 58.6°F (14.8°C).Temperature
As April transitions into May, Sag Harbor notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 50°F (10°C) to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). The month of May shows a minor drop from daytime temperatures, generally recording a low average of 52.7°F (11.5°C).Humidity
May and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Sag Harbor, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sag Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Sag Harbor, snow does not fall in April through October.Ocean temperature
In Sag Harbor, the average seawater temperature in May is 52.2°F (11.2°C).Note: You can swim in 52.2°F (11.2°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.
Daylight
In Sag Harbor, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.On the first day of May in Sag Harbor, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 58.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 12mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").
Average rainfall days in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average sea temperature in May: 52°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.8°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
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 36min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Sag Harbor, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Sag Harbor, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Sag Harbor, 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).
