May weather forecast
East Boston, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in East Boston, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50°F (10°C) and an average high of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

East Boston's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) in April to a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C). East Boston temperatures generally rest at a low of 50°F (10°C) during the May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In East Boston, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, East Boston aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.8 snowfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In East Boston, 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 5:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In East Boston, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for East Boston in May?

In East Boston, in May, the average high-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in May?

In East Boston, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in East Boston?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, East Boston aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Boston have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

What time 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 5:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does East Boston have in May?

In East Boston, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
East Boston, MA

Average temperature in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in May
East Boston, MA

Average pressure in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
East Boston, MA

Average wind speed in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
East Boston, MA

Average humidity in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in May
East Boston, MA

Average rainfall in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
East Boston, MA

Average rainfall days in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Boston, MA

Average snowfall in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

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
East Boston, MA

Average snowfall days in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
East Boston, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Boston, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Boston, MA

Average sunshine days in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in May
East Boston, MA

Average UV index in May - East Boston, 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
East Boston, MA

Average cloud cover in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
East Boston, MA

Average visibility in May - East Boston, 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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