May Weather in Syracuse

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Syracuse, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (63°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (94°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (37°F). Typically, the humidity level in Syracuse throughout May hovers around 81%.

3°C (37°F)

Minimum temperature

17°C (63°F)

Average temperature

34°C (94°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Syracuse averages 91 mm (3.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 14 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 30 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.

91 mm (3.6 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 30 minutes

Sunshine hours

44%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Syracuse 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 5 7 9 11 11 9 7 5 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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