May weather forecast
Vassalboro, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Vassalboro, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63°F (17.2°C) and an average low of 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). In the month of May, the average low-temperature usually rests at a frosty 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Vassalboro, during May, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Vassalboro aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Vassalboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.2 days and aggregates up to 37.83" (961mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Vassalboro, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

In Vassalboro, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in May leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Vassalboro?

In May, in Vassalboro, the average high-temperature is 63°F (17.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Vassalboro aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Vassalboro have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Vassalboro, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Vassalboro, ME

Average temperature in May - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43°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
Vassalboro, ME

Average pressure in May - Vassalboro, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Vassalboro, ME

Average wind speed in May - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Vassalboro, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Vassalboro, ME

Average rainfall in May - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Vassalboro, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Vassalboro, ME

Average snowfall in May - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Vassalboro, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Vassalboro, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Vassalboro, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Vassalboro, ME

Average UV index in May - Vassalboro, 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
Vassalboro, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Vassalboro, ME

Average visibility in May - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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