May weather forecast
East Dover, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in East Dover, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) is noted.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In East Dover, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, East Dover aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.5 snowfall days, and 49.96" (1269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 53min.
On the first day of May in East Dover, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in East Dover, is 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In East Dover, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, East Dover aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Dover have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In East Dover, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

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 medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
East Dover, ME

Average temperature in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.2°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 (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.3°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 (10.8°F).

Average pressure in May
East Dover, ME

Average pressure in May - East Dover, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
East Dover, ME

Average wind speed in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
East Dover, ME

Average humidity in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
East Dover, ME

Average rainfall in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
East Dover, ME

Average rainfall days in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Dover, ME

Average snowfall in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Dover, ME

Average snowfall days in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
East Dover, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Dover, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Dover, ME

Average sunshine days in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
East Dover, ME

Average UV index in May - East Dover, 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
East Dover, ME

Average cloud cover in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
East Dover, ME

Average visibility in May - East Dover, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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