May weather forecast
Burlington, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Burlington, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.6°F (5.9°C) and max 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

Burlington sees a rise in temperature during May, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in April to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Throughout May nights, Burlington experiences a consistent temperature average of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Burlington, Maine, in May, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Burlington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Burlington aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.6 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) 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 5:21 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) and a low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Burlington, during May, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Burlington aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Burlington have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Burlington, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Burlington, ME

Average temperature in May - Burlington, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Burlington, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Burlington, ME

Average wind speed in May - Burlington, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Burlington, ME

Average humidity in May - Burlington, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Burlington, ME

Average rainfall in May - Burlington, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, July and September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Burlington, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Burlington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Burlington, ME

Average snowfall in May - Burlington, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Burlington, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Burlington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burlington, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Burlington, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Burlington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Burlington, ME

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

Average cloud cover in May
Burlington, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Burlington, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Burlington, ME

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

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

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