May weather forecast
Bar Harbor, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Bar Harbor, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low of 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Bar Harbor records a mean low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) in May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bar Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Bar Harbor, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bar Harbor, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Bar Harbor, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Bar Harbor, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Bar Harbor, in May, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Bar Harbor, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bar Harbor have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bar Harbor have in May?

In Bar Harbor, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Bar Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average temperature in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average pressure in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average wind speed in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average humidity in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average rainfall in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average snowfall in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average UV index in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Bar Harbor, MD

Average visibility in May - Bar Harbor, MD
  • 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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