May weather forecast
South Lancaster, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in South Lancaster, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.8°F (8.8°C) and max 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in South Lancaster is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation.

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, South Lancaster aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

South Lancaster in May has an average high-temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) 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, South Lancaster aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Lancaster have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Lancaster have in May?

In South Lancaster, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In South Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average temperature in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.5°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average pressure in May - South Lancaster, 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
South Lancaster, MA

Average wind speed in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average humidity in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall days in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall days in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Lancaster, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average sunshine days in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average UV index in May - South Lancaster, 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
South Lancaster, MA

Average cloud cover in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
South Lancaster, MA

Average visibility in May - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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