May weather forecast
Orrington, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Orrington, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.3°F (6.3°C) and max 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

As Orrington, Maine, welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 43.3°F (6.3°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Orrington, Maine, in May, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orrington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Orrington. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Orrington aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Orrington, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.
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 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Orrington, the average sunshine in May is 7.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Orrington is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Orrington?

In May, in Orrington, the average high-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Orrington?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Orrington?

In May, the average relative humidity in Orrington, Maine, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Orrington?

In Orrington, Maine, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Orrington?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Orrington. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Orrington aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Orrington?

In Orrington, the average day length in May is 14h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Orrington?

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 8:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orrington have in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Orrington?

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

Average temperature in May - Orrington, 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 (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Orrington, ME

Average pressure in May - Orrington, 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
Orrington, ME

Average wind speed in May - Orrington, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

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
Orrington, ME

Average humidity in May - Orrington, 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
Orrington, ME

Average rainfall in May - Orrington, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Orrington, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Orrington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Orrington, ME

Average snowfall in May - Orrington, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Orrington, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Orrington, 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
Orrington, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Orrington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Orrington, ME

Average UV index in May - Orrington, 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
Orrington, ME

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

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

Average visibility in May
Orrington, ME

Average visibility in May - Orrington, 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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