May Weather in Niagara

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Niagara, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (55°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (86°F), while lows may dip to -2°C (30°F). Typically, the humidity level in Niagara throughout May hovers around 77%.

-2°C (30°F)

Minimum temperature

12°C (55°F)

Average temperature

30°C (86°F)

Maximum temperature

77%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Niagara averages 85 mm (3.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 57 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 40 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.

85 mm (3.3 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 40 minutes

Sunshine hours

44%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Niagara reaches a maximum of 8, 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.

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 6 7 8 8 8 6 4 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

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