May weather forecast
North Plymouth, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in North Plymouth, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.5°F (16.4°C) and min 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in April to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). Throughout May, the temperature falls to an average low of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout May, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In North Plymouth, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

In North Plymouth, the average seawater temperature in May is 50.4°F (10.2°C).
Note: Immersing oneself in 50.4°F (10.2°C) at sub14°F (-10°C) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In North Plymouth, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

North Plymouth in May has an average high-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In North Plymouth, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In North Plymouth, in May, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In North Plymouth, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the ocean temperature in May in North Plymouth?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C). Swimming in 50.4°F (10.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does North Plymouth have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Plymouth have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average temperature in May - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average pressure in May - North Plymouth, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average wind speed in May - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average humidity in May - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average rainfall in May - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.34"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average rainfall days in May - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average snowfall in May - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average snowfall days in May - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average sea temperature in May - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 50.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Plymouth, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average sunshine days in May - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average UV index in May - North Plymouth, 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
North Plymouth, MA

Average cloud cover in May - North Plymouth, 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 29).

Average visibility in May
North Plymouth, MA

Average visibility in May - North Plymouth, 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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