May weather forecast
Cushing, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Cushing, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in April to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). Cushing nights in May witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

In Cushing, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.8 rainfall days, and 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

In Cushing, in May, the average water temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: Being in 45.1°F (7.3°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C) is discomforting, but anything below 50°F (10°C) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Cushing?

The high-temperature during May is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Cushing, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the water temperature in May?

In Cushing, in May, the average water temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). Swimming in 45.1°F (7.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Cushing have in May?

In Cushing, the average day length in May is 14h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cushing have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cushing is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cushing, ME

Average temperature in May - Cushing, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Cushing, ME

Average pressure in May - Cushing, 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
Cushing, ME

Average wind speed in May - Cushing, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Cushing, ME

Average humidity in May - Cushing, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Cushing, ME

Average rainfall in May - Cushing, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Cushing, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Cushing, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cushing, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cushing, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Cushing, ME

Average sea temperature in May - Cushing, ME
  • Average sea temperature in May: 45.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cushing, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Cushing, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Cushing, ME

Average UV index in May - Cushing, 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
Cushing, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Cushing, 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
Cushing, ME

Average visibility in May - Cushing, 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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