May weather forecast
South Paris, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in South Paris, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average high of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Paris, in May, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, South Paris aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.1 snowfall days, and 42.52" (1080mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Paris in May?

In South Paris, 63.5°F (17.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.2°F (6.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In South Paris, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in South Paris. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, South Paris aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Paris have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In South Paris, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in South Paris?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
South Paris, ME

Average temperature in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.2°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 (11.7°F).

Average pressure in May
South Paris, ME

Average pressure in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"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
South Paris, ME

Average wind speed in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
South Paris, ME

Average humidity in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
South Paris, ME

Average rainfall in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in May
South Paris, ME

Average rainfall days in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Paris, ME

Average snowfall in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Paris, ME

Average snowfall days in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Paris, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Paris, 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: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Paris, ME

Average sunshine days in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
South Paris, ME

Average UV index in May - South Paris, 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
South Paris, ME

Average cloud cover in May - South Paris, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
South Paris, ME

Average visibility in May - South Paris, 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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