May weather forecast
Standish, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Standish, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

Entering May, Standish sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) to an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C). Standish's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at a chilly 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.6 rainfall days, and 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Standish are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Standish aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Standish, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Standish, is 61°F (16.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Standish, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) 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, Standish aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May in Standish is 14h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Standish?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Standish have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Standish is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Standish, ME

Average temperature in May - Standish, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Standish, ME

Average pressure in May - Standish, 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
Standish, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Standish, ME

Average humidity in May - Standish, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

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

Average rainfall in May
Standish, ME

Average rainfall in May - Standish, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Standish, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Standish, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Standish, ME

Average snowfall in May - Standish, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Standish, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Standish, 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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Standish, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Standish, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Standish, ME

Average UV index in May - Standish, 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
Standish, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Standish, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Standish, ME

Average visibility in May - Standish, 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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