Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in April to a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Harvard reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) in May.Humidity
In Harvard, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.Rainfall
In Harvard, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Harvard, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.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, Harvard aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.1 snowfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.UV index
In Harvard, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Harvard, MA
- Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Harvard, 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
Harvard, MA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Harvard, MA
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Harvard, MA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in May
Harvard, MA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Harvard, MA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Harvard, MA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Harvard, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Harvard, MA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Harvard, 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
Harvard, MA
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Harvard, MA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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