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 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
As May begins, there is a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) in April to a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C). During the month of May, Hanover's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).Humidity
May and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In May, in Hanover, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout May, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Hanover aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.3 snowfall days, and 48.15" (1223mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Hanover, the average sunshine in May is 7.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Hanover, ME
- Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 41.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).
Average pressure in May
Hanover, ME
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Hanover, ME
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Hanover, ME
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Hanover, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
Hanover, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Hanover, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Hanover, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hanover, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hanover, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Hanover, 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Hanover, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Hanover, ME
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August and September (4mi).
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