May weather forecast
Scarborough, ME

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Weather in May

May witnesses Scarborough, Maine, is enveloped in an almost summery warmth, with temperatures climbing to reach a high 59°F (15°C). Verdant lushness envelops the landscape, nurtured by the rainfall prevalent in this season. Nature's harmony sings louder as daylight stretches out, adding more hours to these pleasant days. Clear skies and calmer winds enrich the appeal of enjoying Scarborough’s natural attractions during May. The month concludes with a vibrant flourish, spotlighting the beginning of the warm season.

Temperature

May in Scarborough brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a refreshing 59°F (15°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C).

Humidity

In Scarborough, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Scarborough, during May, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Scarborough, there are 116.5 rainfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Scarborough aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Scarborough, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 12.24" (311mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Scarborough is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May in Scarborough, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In Scarborough, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Scarborough in May?

The high-temperature in Scarborough during May is 59°F (15°C) and the low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Scarborough?

In May, the average relative humidity in Scarborough is 80%.

How much does it rain in Scarborough in May?

In Scarborough, during May, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Scarborough?

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

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

The average day length in May in Scarborough, Maine, is 14h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Scarborough?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scarborough, Maine, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Scarborough have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Scarborough is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Scarborough?

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

Average temperature in May - Scarborough, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in May
Scarborough, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Scarborough, ME

Average wind speed in May - Scarborough, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Scarborough, ME

Average humidity in May - Scarborough, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Scarborough, ME

Average rainfall in May - Scarborough, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Scarborough, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Scarborough, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Scarborough, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Scarborough, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Scarborough, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Scarborough, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Scarborough, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Scarborough, ME

Average UV index in May - Scarborough, 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
Scarborough, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Scarborough, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Scarborough, ME

Average visibility in May - Scarborough, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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