May weather forecast
Waldoboro, ME

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Weather in May

May in Waldoboro offers a glimpse into the impending summer, with increasing warmth during the day while the nights, too, lean towards mild temperatures. The city, now well past the spring onset, luxuriates in the phase before the extreme summer heat. Receiving a relatively lower volume of rainfall at 2.24" (57mm), the days tend to be drier. The extended daylight hours allow more time for outdoor pursuits. Hence, residents and visitors can spend a sun-kissed May amid blooms and birdsong, under the radiant Maine sky.

Temperature

In Waldoboro, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C). During May, Waldoboro experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In Waldoboro, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Waldoboro, in May, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waldoboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.1 days and collects up to 29.29" (744mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Waldoboro in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Waldoboro, records 58.3°F (14.6°C), while the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Waldoboro have in May?

In Waldoboro, Maine, the average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waldoboro have in May?

In Waldoboro, the average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Waldoboro, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Waldoboro, ME

Average wind speed in May - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Waldoboro, ME

Average humidity in May - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Waldoboro, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Waldoboro, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Waldoboro, ME

Average snowfall in May - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Waldoboro, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Waldoboro, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Waldoboro, ME

Average UV index in May - Waldoboro, 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
Waldoboro, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, April and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Waldoboro, ME

Average visibility in May - Waldoboro, 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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