May weather forecast
Cary, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Cary, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Cary's average high-temperature experiences a significant increase, moving from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in April to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Cary, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Cary aggregates 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.2 snowfall days, and 62.83" (1596mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cary is 14h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:44 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

In Cary, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in Cary, the average high-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Cary, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Cary aggregates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cary have in May?

In Cary, the average day length in May is 14h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:44 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Cary, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading 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
Cary, ME

Average temperature in May - Cary, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Cary, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Cary, ME

Average wind speed in May - Cary, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Cary, ME

Average humidity in May - Cary, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Cary, ME

Average rainfall in May - Cary, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Cary, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Cary, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cary, ME

Average snowfall in May - Cary, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.18"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cary, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Cary, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cary, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cary, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Cary, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Cary, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Cary, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Cary, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Cary, ME

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

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

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