May weather forecast
Sterling Forest, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sterling Forest, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average high of 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) in April to an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C). May's nights observe an average temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sterling Forest, in May, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sterling Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Sterling Forest aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Sterling Forest, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, in Sterling Forest, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Sterling Forest?

The high-temperature, in May, in Sterling Forest, records 68.7°F (20.4°C), while the low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sterling Forest?

In Sterling Forest, New York, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sterling Forest?

In May, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout May, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sterling Forest?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Sterling Forest aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sterling Forest?

In Sterling Forest, New York, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sterling Forest?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sterling Forest?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Sterling Forest, New York, is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sterling Forest?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sterling Forest is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average temperature in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average pressure in May - Sterling Forest, 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
Sterling Forest, NY

Average wind speed in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average humidity in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average rainfall in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average snowfall in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
Sterling Forest, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sterling Forest, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average UV index in May - Sterling Forest, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Sterling Forest, NY

Average visibility in May - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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