May weather forecast
West Springfield, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Springfield, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). West Springfield experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In West Springfield, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In West Springfield, in May, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 55.4 rainfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In West Springfield, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In West Springfield, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Springfield, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In West Springfield, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and a 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 much does it rain in May?

In West Springfield, in May, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in West Springfield?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Springfield, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Springfield, MA

Average temperature in May - West Springfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°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 (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in May
West Springfield, MA

Average pressure in May - West Springfield, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Springfield, MA

Average wind speed in May - West Springfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
West Springfield, MA

Average humidity in May - West Springfield, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in May
West Springfield, MA

Average rainfall in May - West Springfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
West Springfield, MA

Average rainfall days in May - West Springfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Springfield, MA

Average snowfall in May - West Springfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Springfield, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Springfield, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Springfield, MA

Average sunshine days in May - West Springfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.4 days).

Average UV index in May
West Springfield, MA

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

Average cloud cover in May - West Springfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
West Springfield, MA

Average visibility in May - West Springfield, 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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