May weather forecast
Prospect Harbor, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Prospect Harbor, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in April to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). Prospect Harbor's average low-temperature in May is measured at a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Prospect Harbor is 78%.

Rainfall

In Prospect Harbor, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prospect Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Prospect Harbor aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:50 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and a low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Prospect Harbor, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Prospect Harbor aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Prospect Harbor is 14h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:50 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average temperature in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average pressure in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average humidity in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Prospect Harbor, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average UV index in May - Prospect Harbor, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Prospect Harbor, ME

Average visibility in May - Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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