May weather forecast
Princeton, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Princeton, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

In Princeton, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). Princeton throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout May, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Princeton, there are 96.3 rainfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Princeton. May is the last month it regularly snows in Princeton. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Princeton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Princeton, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Princeton is 14h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:46 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Princeton is 7.6h.

UV index

In Princeton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in May leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Princeton in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Princeton, is 61.3°F (16.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the least humid month in Princeton?

May is the least humid month in Princeton, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Princeton?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Princeton?

In Princeton, during May, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Princeton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Princeton have in May?

In Princeton, the average day length in May is 14h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Princeton?

On the first day of May in Princeton, Maine, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:46 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Princeton?

In Princeton, Maine, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Princeton?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Princeton, ME

Average temperature in May - Princeton, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°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 (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.7°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 (12.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Princeton, ME

Average pressure in May - Princeton, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Princeton, ME

Average wind speed in May - Princeton, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Princeton, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Princeton, ME

Average rainfall in May - Princeton, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Princeton, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Princeton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Princeton, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Princeton, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Princeton, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Princeton, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Princeton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Princeton, ME

Average UV index in May - Princeton, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Princeton, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Princeton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Princeton, ME

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

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

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