May weather forecast
Madawaska, ME

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Weather in May

May in Madawaska displays the vibrant spring season at its zenith, with the snow completely melting away, leaving no tracks of winter behind. The city basks in the comfortable temperatures, while the landscape transforms into a splash of blossomed colors. The sunny skies with a low cloud percentage of 53 further adorn the city, brightening the overall atmosphere. The appreciable visibility further enhances the beauty of the sprouting flora. As the wind grows milder, the weather remains pleasant, inviting residents and tourists to enjoy the outdoor activities.

Temperature

As Madawaska welcomes May, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct rise, moving from a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C) in April to a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C). An average minimum temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) is recorded during the month of May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Madawaska, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.8 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Madawaska aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Madawaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.8 days and aggregates up to 71.34" (1812mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Madawaska is 15h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:40 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Madawaska, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in May leads to these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Madawaska, is 58.8°F (14.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Madawaska, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Madawaska aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Madawaska, the average day length in May is 15h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:40 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Madawaska have in May?

In Madawaska, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Madawaska, ME

Average pressure in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Madawaska, ME

Average wind speed in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Madawaska, ME

Average humidity in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Madawaska, ME

Average rainfall in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Madawaska, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Madawaska, ME

Average snowfall in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Madawaska, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Madawaska, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Madawaska, ME

Average UV index in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Madawaska, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Madawaska, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Madawaska, ME

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

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

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