May weather forecast
Tristates, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Tristates, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48°F (8.9°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

Tristates, New York, sees a rise in temperature during May, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). The average temperature in Tristates, New York, drops to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) during the night in the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Tristates is May, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tristates are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Tristates aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Tristates, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 9.8" (249mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Tristates, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Tristates is 8.2h.

UV index

In Tristates, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Tristates?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Tristates, New York, during May are 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 48°F (8.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Tristates?

In Tristates, New York, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Tristates?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Tristates. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Tristates in May?

In Tristates, New York, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Tristates?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Tristates, New York. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Tristates aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Tristates?

The average day length in May in Tristates, New York, is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Tristates?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tristates, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tristates have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Tristates?

In Tristates, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tristates, NY

Average temperature in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Tristates, NY

Average pressure in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Tristates, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Tristates, NY

Average humidity in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Tristates, NY

Average rainfall in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in May
Tristates, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Tristates, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Tristates, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 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
Tristates, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tristates, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Tristates, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Tristates, NY

Average UV index in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Tristates, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Tristates, NY

Average visibility in May - Tristates, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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