Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Hancock's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Hancock, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation is accumulated.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, Hancock aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).Note: It is life-risking to swim in 44.2°F (6.8°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.
Daylight
In Hancock, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Hancock, Maine, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Hancock is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Hancock, ME
- Average high temperature in May: 58.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 44.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Hancock, 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
Hancock, ME
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Hancock, ME
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Hancock, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").
Average rainfall days in May
Hancock, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Hancock, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Hancock, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Hancock, ME
- Average sea temperature in May: 44.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hancock, ME
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hancock, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Hancock, 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
Hancock, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Hancock, ME
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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