May weather forecast
Ipswich, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ipswich, is a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and an average high of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

May marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). An average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) is noted during the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ipswich, Massachusetts, during May, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.7 rainfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Ipswich, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Ipswich?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout May, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Ipswich, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Ipswich in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Ipswich have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ipswich?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ipswich, MA

Average temperature in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°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 (24.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Ipswich, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ipswich, MA

Average wind speed in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Ipswich, MA

Average humidity in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Ipswich, MA

Average rainfall in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Ipswich, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ipswich, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ipswich, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Ipswich, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ipswich, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ipswich, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16 days).

Average UV index in May
Ipswich, MA

Average UV index in May - Ipswich, 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
Ipswich, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Ipswich, MA

Average visibility in May - Ipswich, 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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