May weather forecastYorktown Heights, NY
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Yorktown Heights, New York, with an average temperature varying between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 67.8°F (19.9°C).Temperature
With the onset of May, Yorktown Heights experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C). The nighttime temperature in Yorktown Heights dips to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) on average during May.Humidity
In Yorktown Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout May, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 22.32" (567mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Yorktown Heights. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Yorktown Heights aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Yorktown Heights, New York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Yorktown Heights is 8.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Yorktown Heights, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").
Average rainfall days in May
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 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
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Yorktown Heights, 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
Yorktown Heights, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Yorktown Heights, 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).
