May weather forecast
Gardner, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Gardner, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Gardner, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Gardner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Gardner. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Gardner aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gardner is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Gardner, 66.2°F (19°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.1°F (8.4°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Gardner is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Gardner?

In Gardner, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Gardner. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Gardner aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gardner have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Gardner, MA

Average temperature in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Gardner, MA

Average pressure in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gardner, MA

Average wind speed in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Gardner, MA

Average humidity in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Gardner, MA

Average rainfall in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Gardner, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gardner, MA

Average snowfall in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gardner, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gardner, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Gardner, MA

Average UV index in May - Gardner, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Gardner, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Gardner, MA

Average visibility in May - Gardner, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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