May weather forecast
The Forks, ME

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Weather in May

May continues the warmth of April with even higher temperatures, the average high being 60.8°F (16°C) and the low remains comfortable at 41.5°F (5.3°C). Expressing the full bloom of spring in The Forks, the weather becomes more predictable. Rainfall is consistent though slightly lower than April. The increased sunshine heralds the onset of summer, making May a harbinger of pleasant weather in this Maine town.

Temperature

The Forks's transition into May is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). In the month of May, The Forks experiences an average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the least humid month in The Forks.

Rainfall

In The Forks, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.2 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in The Forks. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, The Forks aggregates 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 94.5 snowfall days, and 72.09" (1831mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in The Forks is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, in The Forks, Maine, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in The Forks is 7.8h.

UV index

In The Forks, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in The Forks in May?

In May, in The Forks, the average high-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the least humid month in The Forks?

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the least humid month in The Forks, Maine.

What is the average humidity in May in The Forks?

In May, the average relative humidity in The Forks is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in The Forks?

In The Forks, Maine, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in The Forks?

May is the last month it regularly snows in The Forks, Maine. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, The Forks aggregates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in The Forks?

In May, the average day length in The Forks, Maine, is 14h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in The Forks?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in The Forks?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in The Forks?

In The Forks, Maine, 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 sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
The Forks, ME

Average temperature in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in May
The Forks, ME

Average pressure in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
The Forks, ME

Average wind speed in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
The Forks, ME

Average humidity in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
The Forks, ME

Average rainfall in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
The Forks, ME

Average rainfall days in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
The Forks, ME

Average snowfall in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
The Forks, ME

Average snowfall days in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
The Forks, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - The Forks, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
The Forks, ME

Average sunshine days in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
The Forks, ME

Average UV index in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
The Forks, ME

Average cloud cover in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
The Forks, ME

Average visibility in May - The Forks, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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