May weather forecast
Adams, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Adams, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In Adams, the average nighttime temperature during May is a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are May and October, with an average 2.56" (65mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Adams aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Adams, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.5 days and aggregates up to 32.32" (821mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are May and October, with an average 2.56" (65mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Adams, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Adams aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Adams, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Adams is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Adams, MA

Average temperature in May - Adams, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Adams, MA

Average pressure in May - Adams, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Adams, MA

Average wind speed in May - Adams, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Adams, MA

Average humidity in May - Adams, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Adams, MA

Average rainfall in May - Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.56").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Adams, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Adams, MA

Average snowfall in May - Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Adams, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Adams, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Adams, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Adams, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Adams, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Adams, MA

Average UV index in May - Adams, MA
  • 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
Adams, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Adams, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Adams, MA

Average visibility in May - Adams, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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