May weather forecast
Appleton, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Appleton, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 56.1°F (13.4°C) and min 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Appleton's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in April to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C). An average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) is observed during the May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Appleton, in May, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.8 rainfall days, and 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Appleton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Appleton, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in May leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Appleton experiences an average high-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and a low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How much does it rain in Appleton in May?

In Appleton, in May, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Appleton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Appleton, ME

Average temperature in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Appleton, ME

Average pressure in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Appleton, ME

Average wind speed in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Appleton, ME

Average humidity in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Appleton, ME

Average rainfall in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, November and December (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Appleton, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Appleton, ME

Average snowfall in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Appleton, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Appleton, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Appleton, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Appleton, ME

Average UV index in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Appleton, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Appleton, ME

Average visibility in May - Appleton, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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