Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Buffalo, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (54°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to -1°C (30°F). Typically, the humidity level in Buffalo throughout May hovers around 76%.
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In May, Buffalo averages 77 mm (3.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 55 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 47 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Buffalo reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 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 | ||||||