May weather forecast
Lincoln, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Lincoln, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C). The temperature dips to an average of 49.1°F (9.5°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In Lincoln, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lincoln, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.4 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Lincoln aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Lincoln, the average high-temperature is 66.9°F (19.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lincoln, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Lincoln aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lincoln, MA

Average temperature in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Lincoln, MA

Average pressure in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Lincoln, MA

Average wind speed in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Lincoln, MA

Average humidity in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Lincoln, MA

Average rainfall in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Lincoln, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lincoln, MA

Average snowfall in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lincoln, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lincoln, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lincoln, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Lincoln, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Lincoln, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Lincoln, MA

Average visibility in May - Lincoln, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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