Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C). Stony Brook, during May nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a fresh 53.6°F (12°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.8 rainfall days, and 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Stony Brook, snow does not fall in April through September.Ocean temperature
In Stony Brook, in May, the average water temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C).Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 53.4°F (11.9°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.
Daylight
In Stony Brook, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, in Stony Brook, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Stony Brook is 8.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Stony Brook is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Stony Brook?
What are the most humid months in Stony Brook?
What is the average humidity in May in Stony Brook?
How many days does it rain in May in Stony Brook?
When it does not snow in Stony Brook?
What is the ocean temperature in May in Stony Brook?
How many hours of daylight does Stony Brook have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Stony Brook?
How many hours of sunshine does Stony Brook have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Stony Brook?
Average temperature in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Stony Brook, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average sea temperature in May: 53.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Stony Brook, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).
Average UV index in May
Stony Brook, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Stony Brook, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Stony Brook, 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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