May weather forecast
Jay, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Jay, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and an average low of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in April to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Throughout the month of May, Jay reports a steady low-temperature average of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Jay, in May, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.5 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Jay. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Jay aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 42.36" (1076mm) 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 5:30 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Jay is 7.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Jay in May?

Jay in May has an average high-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Jay, during May, the rain falls for 15.7 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 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Jay aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Jay, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jay have in May?

In Jay, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Jay, ME

Average temperature in May - Jay, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Jay, ME

Average pressure in May - Jay, 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
Jay, ME

Average wind speed in May - Jay, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Jay, ME

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Jay, ME

Average rainfall in May - Jay, 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 July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Jay, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Jay, ME

Average snowfall in May - Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Jay, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Jay, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Jay, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Jay, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Jay, ME

Average UV index in May - Jay, 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
Jay, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Jay, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Jay, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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