May weather forecast
Tewksbury, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tewksbury, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from 55.4°F (13°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C). In May, the average low-temperature is a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tewksbury, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Tewksbury aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Tewksbury experiences an average high-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) and a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout May, 2.01" (51mm) 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, Tewksbury aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tewksbury have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Tewksbury, MA

Average temperature in May - Tewksbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.1°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 (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Tewksbury, MA

Average pressure in May - Tewksbury, 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
Tewksbury, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Tewksbury, MA

Average humidity in May - Tewksbury, 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
Tewksbury, MA

Average rainfall in May - Tewksbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Tewksbury, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Tewksbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tewksbury, MA

Average snowfall in May - Tewksbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tewksbury, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Tewksbury, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tewksbury, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tewksbury, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Tewksbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Tewksbury, MA

Average UV index in May - Tewksbury, 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
Tewksbury, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Tewksbury, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Tewksbury, MA

Average visibility in May - Tewksbury, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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