May weather forecast
Brighton, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Brighton, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63°F (17.2°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Brighton sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

In Brighton, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Brighton aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.8 snowfall days, and 42.99" (1092mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of May, in Brighton, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Brighton, the average sunshine in May is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Brighton?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Brighton, is 63°F (17.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Brighton in May?

In Brighton, Maine, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Brighton aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Brighton have in May?

In Brighton, the average day length in May is 14h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Brighton, ME

Average temperature in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Brighton, ME

Average pressure in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Brighton, ME

Average wind speed in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Brighton, ME

Average humidity in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Brighton, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Brighton, ME

Average UV index in May - Brighton, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Brighton, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Brighton, ME

Average visibility in May - Brighton, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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