May weather forecast
Paris, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Paris, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and an average low of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

May is characterized by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from April's frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). Paris observes an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Paris, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Paris, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.46" (545mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Paris aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Paris, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.1 days and aggregates up to 47.64" (1210mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Paris, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

In Paris, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Paris, is 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the least humid month in Paris?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Paris?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Paris aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Paris have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Paris is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Paris, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Paris, ME

Average temperature in May - Paris, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Paris, ME

Average pressure in May - Paris, 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
Paris, ME

Average wind speed in May - Paris, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Paris, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Paris, ME

Average rainfall in May - Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in May
Paris, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Paris, ME

Average snowfall in May - Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.71"

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
Paris, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paris, 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 1min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Paris, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Paris, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (14 days).

Average UV index in May
Paris, ME

Average UV index in May - Paris, 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
Paris, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Paris, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Paris, ME

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

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

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