May weather forecast
Medford, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Medford, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) during May.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Medford, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Medford. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Medford aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.9 snowfall days, and 37.6" (955mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Medford is 14h and 54min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:50 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Medford in May?

In Medford, 62.2°F (16.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Medford, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Medford?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Medford aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in May?

The average day length in May in Medford is 14h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:50 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Medford have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Medford, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.2°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Medford, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Medford, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Medford, ME

Average humidity in May - Medford, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Medford, ME

Average rainfall in May - Medford, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Medford, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Medford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Medford, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Medford, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Medford, 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
Medford, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Medford, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • 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: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Medford, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Medford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Medford, ME

Average UV index in May - Medford, 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
Medford, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Medford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Medford, ME

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

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

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