May weather forecast
Colrain, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Colrain, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 66°F (18.9°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). Colrain records a mean low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Colrain, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colrain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Colrain aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.9 snowfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Colrain, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Colrain in May?

The high-temperature during May is 66°F (18.9°C) and the low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Colrain is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Colrain, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Colrain aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colrain have in May?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in Colrain?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Colrain, MA

Average temperature in May - Colrain, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.7°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 (15.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Colrain, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Colrain, MA

Average wind speed in May - Colrain, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Colrain, MA

Average humidity in May - Colrain, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Colrain, MA

Average rainfall in May - Colrain, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Colrain, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Colrain, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Colrain, MA

Average snowfall in May - Colrain, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Colrain, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Colrain, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Colrain, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Colrain, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Colrain, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Colrain, MA

Average UV index in May - Colrain, MA
  • 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Colrain, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Colrain, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Colrain, MA

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

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

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