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 sea temperature 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
The onset of May marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C). Throughout May nights, Marblehead experiences a consistent temperature average of 49.6°F (9.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Marblehead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Marblehead.Ocean temperature
In Marblehead, the average seawater temperature in May is 48°F (8.9°C).Note: 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.
Daylight
In Marblehead, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.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, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.UV index
In Marblehead, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Marblehead, MA
- Average high temperature in May: 63.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Marblehead, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Marblehead, MA
- Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Marblehead, MA
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Marblehead, MA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Marblehead, MA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Marblehead, MA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Marblehead, 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
Marblehead, MA
- Average sea temperature in May: 48°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Marblehead, 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 December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Marblehead, MA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Marblehead, 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
Marblehead, MA
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
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
Marblehead, 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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