May weather forecast
South Bethlehem, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in South Bethlehem, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 67.6°F (19.8°C) and min 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

May marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Nighttime temperature in South Bethlehem experiences an average drop to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in South Bethlehem is 76%.

Rainfall

In South Bethlehem, New York, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In South Bethlehem, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in South Bethlehem. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, South Bethlehem aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.8 snowfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in South Bethlehem is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In South Bethlehem, New York, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in South Bethlehem is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in South Bethlehem in May?

In South Bethlehem, in May, the average high-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in South Bethlehem?

In May, the average relative humidity in South Bethlehem, New York, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in South Bethlehem?

In South Bethlehem, New York, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in South Bethlehem?

May is the last month it regularly snows in South Bethlehem. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, South Bethlehem aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Bethlehem have in May?

In South Bethlehem, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in South Bethlehem?

On the first day of May in South Bethlehem, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in South Bethlehem?

The average sunshine duration in May in South Bethlehem, New York, is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in South Bethlehem?

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

Average temperature in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average pressure in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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).

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Average wind speed in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average wind speed in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average humidity in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average rainfall in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average rainfall days in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average snowfall in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average snowfall days in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.5 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
South Bethlehem, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average sunshine days in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average UV index in May - South Bethlehem, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average cloud cover in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
South Bethlehem, NY

Average visibility in May - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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