May weather forecast
Gorham, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Gorham, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

Gorham's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C). During the nights in May, Gorham experiences a consistent average temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In Gorham, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Gorham, Maine, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gorham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.6 days and collects up to 30.2" (767mm) 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, Gorham aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gorham, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gorham in May?

Gorham in May has an average high-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Gorham, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Gorham, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Gorham aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Gorham, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Gorham is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gorham, ME

Average temperature in May - Gorham, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Gorham, ME

Average pressure in May - Gorham, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gorham, ME

Average wind speed in May - Gorham, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Gorham, ME

Average humidity in May - Gorham, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Gorham, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Gorham, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Gorham, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gorham, ME

Average snowfall in May - Gorham, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gorham, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gorham, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gorham, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Gorham, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Gorham, ME

Average UV index in May - Gorham, 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
Gorham, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Gorham, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Gorham, ME

Average visibility in May - Gorham, 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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