May weather forecast
Arlington Heights, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Arlington Heights, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

Arlington Heights's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) in April to a still refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Arlington Heights's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Arlington Heights, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arlington Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.8 days and collects up to 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Arlington Heights aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Arlington Heights, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures in Arlington Heights vary between a high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Arlington Heights, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Arlington Heights aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Arlington Heights, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Arlington Heights is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Arlington Heights?

In Arlington Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average temperature in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average pressure in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average wind speed in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average humidity in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average rainfall in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average snowfall in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Arlington Heights, MA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average UV index in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Arlington Heights, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

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
Arlington Heights, MA

Average visibility in May - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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