May weather forecast
East Harwich, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in East Harwich, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.5°F (10.3°C) and max 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

Entering May, East Harwich notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). During May, East Harwich's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In East Harwich, Massachusetts, during May, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In East Harwich, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.4 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In East Harwich, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during May leads to these instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for East Harwich in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in East Harwich, is 54.3°F (12.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In East Harwich, during May, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Harwich, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In East Harwich, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
East Harwich, MA

Average temperature in May - East Harwich, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in May
East Harwich, MA

Average pressure in May - East Harwich, 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
East Harwich, MA

Average wind speed in May - East Harwich, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

Average humidity in May
East Harwich, MA

Average humidity in May - East Harwich, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
East Harwich, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
East Harwich, MA

Average rainfall days in May - East Harwich, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Harwich, MA

Average snowfall in May - East Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Harwich, MA

Average snowfall days in May - East Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Harwich, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Harwich, MA

Average sunshine days in May - East Harwich, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13 days).

Average UV index in May
East Harwich, MA

Average UV index in May - East Harwich, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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
East Harwich, MA

Average cloud cover in May - East Harwich, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
East Harwich, MA

Average visibility in May - East Harwich, 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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