May weather forecast
South Hempstead, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in South Hempstead, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average high of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, South Hempstead's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). South Hempstead, during May nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in South Hempstead is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In South Hempstead, during May, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In South Hempstead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.1 days and collects up to 8.66" (220mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In South Hempstead, snow does not fall in April through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, in South Hempstead, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in South Hempstead is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in South Hempstead?

An average high-temperature, in May, in South Hempstead, is 63.1°F (17.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the most humid month in South Hempstead?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May in South Hempstead?

In May, the average relative humidity in South Hempstead is 77%.

How much does it rain in South Hempstead in May?

In South Hempstead, New York, in May, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in South Hempstead?

In South Hempstead, snow does not fall in April through September.

What is the average length of the day in May in South Hempstead?

In South Hempstead, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in South Hempstead?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Hempstead, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Hempstead have in May?

In South Hempstead, New York, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May in South Hempstead, New York, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
South Hempstead, NY

Average temperature in May - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
South Hempstead, NY

Average pressure in May - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
South Hempstead, NY

Average wind speed in May - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
South Hempstead, NY

Average humidity in May - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
South Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall in May - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in May
South Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall days in May - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
South Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall in May - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
South Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall days in May - South Hempstead, 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 and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Hempstead, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
South Hempstead, NY

Average sunshine days in May - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
South Hempstead, NY

Average UV index in May - South Hempstead, 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
South Hempstead, NY

Average cloud cover in May - South Hempstead, 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
South Hempstead, NY

Average visibility in May - South Hempstead, 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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