May weather forecast
Oakham, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Oakham, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.5°F (8.6°C) and max 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in April to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in May average to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Oakham, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.4 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oakham are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Oakham aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

In Oakham, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oakham in May?

In Oakham, 66.6°F (19.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.5°F (8.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Oakham, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Oakham aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oakham, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Oakham, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Oakham, MA

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

Average wind speed in May
Oakham, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Oakham, MA

Average humidity in May - Oakham, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Oakham, MA

Average rainfall in May - Oakham, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Oakham, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Oakham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oakham, MA

Average snowfall in May - Oakham, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oakham, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oakham, 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: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oakham, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Oakham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Oakham, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Oakham, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Oakham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Oakham, MA

Average visibility in May - Oakham, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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