May weather forecast
Prairie, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Prairie, 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 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in April to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). During the month of May, Prairie's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, May is the least humid month in Prairie.

Rainfall

In Prairie, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Prairie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.2 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Prairie. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Prairie aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Prairie, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.9 days and aggregates up to 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prairie, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of May in Prairie, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Prairie, Maine, the average sunshine in May is 7.7h.

UV index

In Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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 Prairie?

The high-temperature, in May, in Prairie, is 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Prairie?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Prairie?

In May, the average relative humidity in Prairie is 75%.

How much does it rain in Prairie in May?

In Prairie, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Prairie?

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

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

In May, the average day length in Prairie is 14h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Prairie?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prairie, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie have in May?

In Prairie, Maine, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Prairie?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Prairie, Maine, 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Prairie, ME

Average temperature in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average pressure in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average wind speed in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average humidity in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average rainfall in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average snowfall in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

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

Average sunshine days in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average UV index in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

Average visibility in May - Prairie, 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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