May weather forecast
East Orleans, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in East Orleans, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in April to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). East Orleans, in May, logs an average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In East Orleans, in May, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in East Orleans, Massachusetts, there are 78.2 rainfall days, and 5.75" (146mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In East Orleans, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of May, in East Orleans, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In East Orleans, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in May leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in East Orleans?

The high-temperature, in May, in East Orleans, is 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in East Orleans is 84%.

How much does it rain in May?

In East Orleans, in May, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

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 5:07 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

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

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - East Orleans, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in May
East Orleans, MA

Average pressure in May - East Orleans, 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 Orleans, MA

Average wind speed in May - East Orleans, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 13mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

Average humidity in May
East Orleans, MA

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

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

Average rainfall in May
East Orleans, MA

Average rainfall in May - East Orleans, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
East Orleans, MA

Average rainfall days in May - East Orleans, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Orleans, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Orleans, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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 Orleans, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Orleans, 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 Orleans, MA

Average sunshine days in May - East Orleans, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).

Average UV index in May
East Orleans, MA

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

Average cloud cover in May - East Orleans, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

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 Orleans, MA

Average visibility in May - East Orleans, 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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