May weather forecast
Cotuit, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Cotuit, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average high of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in April to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Cotuit demonstrates a marginal decline, averaging at a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) during May.

Humidity

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Cotuit, Massachusetts, in May, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Cotuit, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

In Cotuit, the average seawater temperature in May is 49.1°F (9.5°C).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 49.1°F (9.5°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Cotuit, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Cotuit is 8.5h.

UV index

In Cotuit, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Cotuit, in May, the average high-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cotuit, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cotuit?

In Cotuit, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the water temperature in May?

In Cotuit, the average seawater temperature in May is 49.1°F (9.5°C). Swimming in 49.1°F (9.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cotuit have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Cotuit is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cotuit, MA

Average temperature in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Cotuit, MA

Average pressure in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cotuit, MA

Average wind speed in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Cotuit, MA

Average humidity in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Cotuit, MA

Average rainfall in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Cotuit, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cotuit, MA

Average snowfall in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cotuit, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Cotuit, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 49.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cotuit, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in May
Cotuit, MA

Average UV index in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Cotuit, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Cotuit, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Cotuit, MA

Average visibility in May - Cotuit, MA
  • 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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