Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in New York City, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (62°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (44°F). Typically, the humidity level in New York City throughout May hovers around 69%.
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In May, New York City averages 114 mm (4.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 28 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 44 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 42% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in New York City reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||