May weather forecast
Sheridan, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Sheridan, New York, with an average temperature varying between 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in April to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Sheridan experiences a consistent average temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sheridan is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and May, with an average 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sheridan. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sheridan aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.7 snowfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sheridan, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Sheridan?

The high-temperature, in May, in Sheridan, is 59.5°F (15.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sheridan?

The average relative humidity in May in Sheridan is 82%.

What is the wettest month in Sheridan?

The months with the most rainfall in Sheridan, New York, are April and May, with an average 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sheridan in May?

In Sheridan, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sheridan?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sheridan. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sheridan aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sheridan have in May?

The average day length in May in Sheridan, New York, is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sheridan?

On the first day of May in Sheridan, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheridan have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Sheridan is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sheridan, NY

Average temperature in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sheridan, NY

Average pressure in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Sheridan, NY

Average wind speed in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sheridan, NY

Average humidity in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sheridan, NY

Average rainfall in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sheridan, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sheridan, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sheridan, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 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
Sheridan, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sheridan, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sheridan, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sheridan, NY

Average UV index in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sheridan, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Sheridan, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Sheridan, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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