May weather forecastSaratoga Springs, NY
May
Weather in May
May witnesses a leap in temperature, taking the city into the warm embrace of upper-60s°F. With the highest recorded rainfall for Saratoga Springs, the city gets doused in regular spring showers that keep the greenery fresh. Lengthy hours of daylight combined with substantial sunshine, add a vibrant hue to the urban landscape. The weather becomes increasingly pleasant with the cool wind providing relief from the rising warmth, shaping a refreshing ambiance that the city enjoys the most.Temperature
The arrival of May in Saratoga Springs brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). Saratoga Springs's temperature drops to an average low of 47.1°F (8.4°C) during the nights of May.Humidity
In Saratoga Springs, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In Saratoga Springs, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Saratoga Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129 days and collects up to 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Saratoga Springs. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Saratoga Springs aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Saratoga Springs, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 17.4" (442mm) of snow.Daylight
In Saratoga Springs, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.On the first day of May in Saratoga Springs, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Saratoga Springs, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Saratoga Springs, New York, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 68.2°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 (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Saratoga Springs, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
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: 8h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Saratoga Springs, 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).
