Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Townsend's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Townsend observes an average nighttime temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) during May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 73%.Rainfall
In Townsend, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Townsend, there are 147.4 rainfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation is accumulated.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, Townsend aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Townsend, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 25.35" (644mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May in Townsend, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Townsend, MA
- Average high temperature in May: 67.3°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 (30.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Townsend, 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
Townsend, MA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Townsend, MA
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Townsend, MA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.13"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in May
Townsend, MA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Townsend, MA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Townsend, MA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Townsend, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Townsend, MA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Townsend, 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
Townsend, MA
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
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
Townsend, MA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
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