May weather forecast
Carmel, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Carmel, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

As Carmel enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) of April to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Carmel experiences an average low-temperature reading of 42.8°F (6°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.5 rainfall days, and 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Carmel aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Carmel, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Carmel, in May, the average high-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Carmel, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Carmel, in May, during 14.2 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Carmel aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Carmel have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Carmel, ME

Average temperature in May - Carmel, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Carmel, ME

Average pressure in May - Carmel, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"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
Carmel, ME

Average wind speed in May - Carmel, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Carmel, ME

Average humidity in May - Carmel, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Carmel, ME

Average rainfall in May - Carmel, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Carmel, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Carmel, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Carmel, ME

Average snowfall in May - Carmel, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Carmel, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Carmel, 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: 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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Carmel, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Carmel, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Carmel, ME

Average UV index in May - Carmel, 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
Carmel, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Carmel, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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