May weather forecast
East Sandwich, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in East Sandwich, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and an average low of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks May, adjusting from April's chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). May nights reflect a consistent temperature dip to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C), a slight descent from daytime peaks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In East Sandwich, during May, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In East Sandwich, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.1 days and collects up to 18.74" (476mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In East Sandwich, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
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

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In East Sandwich, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In East Sandwich, in May, the average high-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In East Sandwich, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In East Sandwich, in May, during 13.9 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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.

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

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

What time 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 East Sandwich have in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
East Sandwich, MA

Average temperature in May - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in May
East Sandwich, MA

Average pressure in May - East Sandwich, 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 Sandwich, MA

Average wind speed in May - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.5mph).

Average humidity in May
East Sandwich, MA

Average humidity in May - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

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

Average rainfall in May
East Sandwich, MA

Average rainfall in May - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
East Sandwich, MA

Average rainfall days in May - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Sandwich, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Sandwich, MA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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 Sandwich, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Sandwich, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in May
East Sandwich, MA

Average sunshine days in May - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in May
East Sandwich, MA

Average UV index in May - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (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 Sandwich, MA

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

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

Average visibility in May
East Sandwich, MA

Average visibility in May - East Sandwich, 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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