May weather forecast
Westhampton Beach, NY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Westhampton Beach, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average low of 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

Entering May, Westhampton Beach notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). Westhampton Beach's nighttime temperature in May shows a minor descent, with a steady average of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Westhampton Beach, in May, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westhampton Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148 days and collects up to 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May and December are months with snowfall in Westhampton Beach, New York. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.9 snowfall days, and 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Westhampton Beach, in May, the average water temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 52.9°F (11.6°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Westhampton Beach, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Westhampton Beach?

In Westhampton Beach, in May, the average high-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the most humid month in Westhampton Beach?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May in Westhampton Beach?

In May, the average relative humidity in Westhampton Beach, New York, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Westhampton Beach?

In Westhampton Beach, during May, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Westhampton Beach?

May is the first month it typically snows in Westhampton Beach, New York. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in May in Westhampton Beach?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Westhampton Beach have in May?

In Westhampton Beach, the average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Westhampton Beach?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Westhampton Beach?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Westhampton Beach, New York, is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Westhampton Beach?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Westhampton Beach is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average temperature in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average pressure in May - Westhampton Beach, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average wind speed in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average humidity in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average rainfall in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average snowfall in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average sea temperature in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Westhampton Beach, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average UV index in May - Westhampton Beach, 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
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Westhampton Beach, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Westhampton Beach, NY

Average visibility in May - Westhampton Beach, 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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