May weather forecast
Selden, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Selden, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.3°F (12.4°C) and max 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). The month of May in Selden is marked by an average minimum temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Selden, New York, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Selden, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Selden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.3 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October and December are months with snowfall in Selden. May is the first month it typically snows in Selden, New York. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.7 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Selden, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Selden is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Selden?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Selden, is 61.2°F (16.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Selden?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Selden?

In Selden, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Selden?

In May, in Selden, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Selden?

May is the first month it typically snows in Selden, New York. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Selden have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Selden?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Selden?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Selden is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Selden?

In Selden, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Selden, NY

Average temperature in May - Selden, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Selden, NY

Average pressure in May - Selden, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Selden, NY

Average wind speed in May - Selden, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Selden, NY

Average humidity in May - Selden, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Selden, NY

Average rainfall in May - Selden, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in May
Selden, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Selden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Selden, NY

Average snowfall in May - Selden, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Selden, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Selden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
Selden, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Selden, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Selden, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Selden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Selden, NY

Average UV index in May - Selden, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Selden, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Selden, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Selden, NY

Average visibility in May - Selden, 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).

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