May weather forecast
Waite, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Waite, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in April to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature averages to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the least humid month in Waite.

Rainfall

In Waite, in May, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waite, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.3 days and collects up to 9.45" (240mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Waite aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Waite, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 9.69" (246mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 54min.
On the first day of May in Waite, Maine, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:46 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Waite is 7.6h.

UV index

In Waite, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Waite in May?

The high-temperature in Waite, Maine, during May is 61.3°F (16.3°C) and the low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the least humid month in Waite?

The least humid month in Waite, Maine, is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Waite?

The average relative humidity in May in Waite is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Waite?

In Waite, in May, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Waite?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Waite, Maine. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Waite aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Waite?

In Waite, Maine, the average day length in May is 14h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Waite?

On the first day of May in Waite, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:46 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waite have in May?

In Waite, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Waite?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Waite, Maine, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Waite, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Waite, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Waite, ME

Average wind speed in May - Waite, 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 (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Waite, ME

Average humidity in May - Waite, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Waite, ME

Average rainfall in May - Waite, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Waite, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Waite, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Waite, ME

Average snowfall in May - Waite, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Waite, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waite, 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 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Waite, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Waite, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Waite, ME

Average UV index in May - Waite, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Waite, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Waite, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Waite, ME

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

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

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