May weather forecast
Watervliet, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Watervliet, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.1°F (8.4°C) and max 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Watervliet cools down to an average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Watervliet is 75%.

Rainfall

In Watervliet, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Watervliet, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Watervliet are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Watervliet aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Watervliet, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Watervliet, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May in Watervliet, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Watervliet is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Watervliet?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Watervliet, is 67.6°F (19.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Watervliet?

In Watervliet, New York, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Watervliet?

In May, in Watervliet, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Watervliet?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Watervliet, New York. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Watervliet aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Watervliet have in May?

In May, the average day length in Watervliet is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Watervliet?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Watervliet, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Watervliet have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Watervliet?

The months with the highest UV index in Watervliet are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May in Watervliet?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Watervliet is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Watervliet, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Watervliet, NY

Average pressure in May - Watervliet, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Watervliet, NY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Watervliet, NY

Average humidity in May - Watervliet, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Watervliet, NY

Average rainfall in May - Watervliet, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in May
Watervliet, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Watervliet, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Watervliet, NY

Average snowfall in May - Watervliet, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Watervliet, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 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
Watervliet, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Watervliet, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Watervliet, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Watervliet, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Watervliet, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Watervliet, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Watervliet, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Watervliet, NY

Average visibility in May - Watervliet, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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