May weather forecast
Rangeley, ME

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Weather in May

May sees the full bloom of spring and a significant departure from the cold season. With a meager 0.43" (11mm) of snowfall, snow is nearly absent, making way for the warmer temperatures and an increased amount of rainfall at 2.52" (64mm). Vegetation thrives under the increased daylight and sunlight hours, painting Rangeley in vibrant colors. The rising humidity confirms the complete transition to spring weather, a noticeable shift from the colder months of the year.

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature increases considerably from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in April to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). During the nights in May, the temperature averages to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rangeley, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.8 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Rangeley aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 snowfall days, and 50.51" (1283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rangeley, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Rangeley, in May, the average high-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Rangeley?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Rangeley, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Rangeley aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rangeley have in May?

In Rangeley, the average day length in May is 14h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Rangeley, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Rangeley?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Rangeley, ME

Average temperature in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Rangeley, ME

Average pressure in May - Rangeley, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rangeley, ME

Average wind speed in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Rangeley, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, July and August (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rangeley, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Rangeley, ME

Average UV index in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Rangeley, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in May
Rangeley, ME

Average visibility in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

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

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