May weather forecast
South Sanford, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in South Sanford, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

South Sanford's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). South Sanford's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 46°F (7.8°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In South Sanford, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In South Sanford, Maine, during May, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.9 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, South Sanford aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In South Sanford, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Sanford, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Sanford in May?

In South Sanford, 61.3°F (16.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 46°F (7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In South Sanford, in May, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) 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, South Sanford aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in South Sanford, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Sanford have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
South Sanford, ME

Average temperature in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
South Sanford, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
South Sanford, ME

Average wind speed in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
South Sanford, ME

Average humidity in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall days in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall days in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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 Sanford, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Sanford, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Sanford, ME

Average sunshine days in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in May
South Sanford, ME

Average UV index in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
South Sanford, ME

Average cloud cover in May - South Sanford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
South Sanford, ME

Average visibility in May - South Sanford, 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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