May weather forecast
Methuen, MA

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Weather in May

In May, Methuen turns a ferny shade of green as the city fully transitions to warmth and brightness. The air feels significantly warmer, and the temperatures climb further, creating an ecstatic atmosphere across the city. A noticeable drop in snowfall can be witnessed, with an average of 0.16" (4mm), signifying the unequivocal end of the cold season. The arrival of flowers, lush greenery, and cheerier daylight conditions herald the beginning of summer activities. Citizens rev their grills, flock to parks, and enjoy the barely-there winter remnants.

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C). Methuen temperatures generally rest at a low of 48.7°F (9.3°C) during the May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Methuen, in May, during 15.9 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Methuen aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.9 snowfall days, and 20.94" (532mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In Methuen, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Methuen, in May, the average high-temperature is 66°F (18.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Methuen, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Methuen, in May, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Methuen have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

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 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Methuen, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Methuen, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Methuen, MA

Average temperature in May - Methuen, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°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 (20.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Methuen, MA

Average pressure in May - Methuen, 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
Methuen, MA

Average wind speed in May - Methuen, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Methuen, MA

Average humidity in May - Methuen, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Methuen, MA

Average rainfall in May - Methuen, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Methuen, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Methuen, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Methuen, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Methuen, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Methuen, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Methuen, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Methuen, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Methuen, MA

Average UV index in May - Methuen, 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
Methuen, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Methuen, MA

Average visibility in May - Methuen, 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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