May weather forecast
West Roxbury, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Roxbury, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). West Roxbury records an average nighttime low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In West Roxbury, in May, during 8.9 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 85.9 rainfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, West Roxbury aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In West Roxbury, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.8 days and aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Roxbury, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in West Roxbury, the average high-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In West Roxbury, in May, during 8.9 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) 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, West Roxbury aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Roxbury have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 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?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average temperature in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°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 (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average pressure in May - West Roxbury, 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
West Roxbury, MA

Average wind speed in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average humidity in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average rainfall in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average rainfall days in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average snowfall in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average snowfall days in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Roxbury, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average sunshine days in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.5 days).

Average UV index in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average UV index in May - West Roxbury, 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
West Roxbury, MA

Average cloud cover in May - West Roxbury, 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 32).

Average visibility in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average visibility in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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