May weather forecast
Madison, ME

Share

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Madison, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Madison's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in April to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Madison's average low-temperature in the month of May is recorded at a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Madison, during May, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.6 rainfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) 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, Madison aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Madison, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Madison, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Madison, records 62.6°F (17°C), while the low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Madison, during May, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Madison aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Madison have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in May?

In Madison, the average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Madison, ME

Average temperature in May - Madison, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Madison, ME

Average pressure in May - Madison, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Madison, ME

Average wind speed in May - Madison, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Madison, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Madison, ME

Average rainfall in May - Madison, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Madison, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Madison, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Madison, ME

Average snowfall in May - Madison, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Madison, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Madison, 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: 8h and 0min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Madison, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Madison, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Madison, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Madison, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Madison, ME

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

Madison, Maine, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location