May weather forecast
Holden, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Holden, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average high of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in April to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). During May, Holden records an average temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Holden, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Holden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.5 days and collects up to 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Holden aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58 snowfall days, and 34.09" (866mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 51min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Holden in May has an average high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Holden?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Holden, Maine, in May, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Holden aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Holden have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Holden, Maine, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Holden have in May?

In Holden, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Holden, ME

Average temperature in May - Holden, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.4°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 (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Holden, ME

Average pressure in May - Holden, 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
Holden, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Holden, ME

Average humidity in May - Holden, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Holden, ME

Average rainfall in May - Holden, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

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
Holden, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Holden, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Holden, ME

Average snowfall in May - Holden, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

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
Holden, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Holden, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Holden, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Holden, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Holden, ME

Average UV index in May - Holden, 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
Holden, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Holden, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Holden, ME

Average visibility in May - Holden, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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