May weather forecast
West Buxton, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in West Buxton, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Throughout May, an average nighttime temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Buxton, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Buxton, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Buxton aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In West Buxton, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 30.79" (782mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Buxton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Buxton, Maine, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Buxton in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in West Buxton, records 62.6°F (17°C), while the low-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Buxton?

The average relative humidity in May in West Buxton is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in West Buxton?

In West Buxton, Maine, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in West Buxton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in West Buxton, Maine. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Buxton aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Buxton have in May?

In West Buxton, the average day length in May is 14h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in West Buxton?

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, in West Buxton, Maine, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in West Buxton?

In May, the average sunshine duration in West Buxton, Maine, is 8.2h.

When is the highest UV index in West Buxton?

The months with the highest UV index in West Buxton are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in West Buxton?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Buxton is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
West Buxton, ME

Average temperature in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in May
West Buxton, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Buxton, ME

Average wind speed in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
West Buxton, ME

Average humidity in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

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

Average rainfall in May
West Buxton, ME

Average rainfall in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
West Buxton, ME

Average rainfall days in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

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

Average snowfall in May
West Buxton, ME

Average snowfall in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Buxton, ME

Average snowfall days in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Buxton, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Buxton, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Buxton, ME

Average sunshine days in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
West Buxton, ME

Average UV index in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average cloud cover in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
West Buxton, ME

Average visibility in May - West Buxton, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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