May weather forecast
Hingham, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hingham, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average high of 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Hingham sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C). Hingham records an average nighttime low of 50.2°F (10.1°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hingham, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Hingham, Massachusetts, in May, the average water temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).
Note: Beware of 49.1°F (9.5°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, in Hingham, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Hingham?

During May, Hingham experiences an average high-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) and a low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Hingham, in May, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated 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.

How cold is the water in May?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Hingham have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 36min.

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 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hingham have in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hingham, MA

Average temperature in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Hingham, MA

Average pressure in May - Hingham, 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
Hingham, MA

Average wind speed in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Hingham, MA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Hingham, MA

Average rainfall in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Hingham, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hingham, MA

Average snowfall in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hingham, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Hingham, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 49°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hingham, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hingham, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Hingham, MA

Average UV index in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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
Hingham, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Hingham, MA

Average visibility in May - Hingham, 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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