May weather forecast
Stow, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Stow, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from 56.1°F (13.4°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is witnessed throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Stow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) 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, Stow aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Stow, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.1 days and aggregates up to 23.58" (599mm) of snow.

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 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Stow, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Stow, 67.8°F (19.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.7°F (9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Stow, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Stow aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Stow, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Stow, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Stow, MA

Average temperature in May - Stow, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Stow, MA

Average pressure in May - Stow, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Stow, MA

Average wind speed in May - Stow, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Stow, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Stow, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Stow, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Stow, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Stow, MA

Average snowfall in May - Stow, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Stow, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stow, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Stow, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Stow, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Stow, MA

Average UV index in May - Stow, 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
Stow, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Stow, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Stow, MA

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

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

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