May weather forecast
French Settlement, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in French Settlement, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Throughout the month of May, French Settlement reports a steady low-temperature average of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In French Settlement, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In French Settlement, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.7 days and collects up to 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation.

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, French Settlement aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In French Settlement, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.1 days and aggregates up to 36.34" (923mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in French Settlement, Maine, is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In French Settlement, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in French Settlement, is 62.4°F (16.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In French Settlement, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, French Settlement aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in French Settlement is 14h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does French Settlement have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in French Settlement?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
French Settlement, ME

Average pressure in May - French Settlement, 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
French Settlement, ME

Average wind speed in May - French Settlement, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
French Settlement, ME

Average humidity in May - French Settlement, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
French Settlement, ME

Average rainfall in May - French Settlement, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
French Settlement, ME

Average rainfall days in May - French Settlement, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
French Settlement, ME

Average snowfall in May - French Settlement, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
French Settlement, ME

Average snowfall days in May - French Settlement, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
French Settlement, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - French Settlement, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
French Settlement, ME

Average sunshine days in May - French Settlement, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
French Settlement, ME

Average UV index in May - French Settlement, 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
French Settlement, ME

Average cloud cover in May - French Settlement, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
French Settlement, ME

Average visibility in May - French Settlement, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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