May Weather in York

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in York, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (74°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (93°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (52°F). Typically, the humidity level in York throughout May hovers around 82%.

11°C (52°F)

Minimum temperature

23°C (74°F)

Average temperature

34°C (93°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, York averages 105 mm (4.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 49 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 13 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 38% probability of sunny days during this period.

105 mm (4.1 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 13 minutes

Sunshine hours

38%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in York reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 7 9 11 11 10 8 5 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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