May weather forecast
Needham Heights, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Needham Heights, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

In Needham Heights, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). An average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during May.

Humidity

In Needham Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Needham Heights, in May, during 8.9 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Needham Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.9 days and collects up to 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Needham Heights aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.8 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in Needham Heights, the average high-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Needham Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How much does it rain in Needham Heights in May?

In May, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout May, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Needham Heights aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Needham Heights 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 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Needham Heights?

In Needham Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average temperature in May - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average pressure in May - Needham Heights, 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
Needham Heights, MA

Average wind speed in May - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average humidity in May - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

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

Average rainfall in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average rainfall in May - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average snowfall in May - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Needham Heights, 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 3min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average UV index in May - Needham Heights, 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
Needham Heights, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Needham Heights, 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 32).

Average visibility in May
Needham Heights, MA

Average visibility in May - Needham Heights, 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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