May weather forecast
Ashland, NH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ashland, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Ashland experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in April to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 43.3°F (6.3°C) during May.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Ashland, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.7 days and collects up to 28.58" (726mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Ashland. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ashland aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ashland, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 37.28" (947mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ashland, New Hampshire, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ashland in May?

In Ashland, 64.2°F (17.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.3°F (6.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the least humid months in Ashland?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Ashland.

What is the average humidity in May in Ashland?

In Ashland, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Ashland?

In Ashland, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Ashland?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Ashland, New Hampshire. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ashland aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Ashland?

The average day length in May in Ashland is 14h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Ashland?

On the first day of May in Ashland, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Ashland?

In Ashland, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Ashland?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in Ashland?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ashland is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ashland, NH

Average temperature in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Ashland, NH

Average pressure in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ashland, NH

Average wind speed in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Ashland, NH

Average humidity in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Ashland, NH

Average rainfall in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Ashland, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ashland, NH

Average snowfall in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ashland, NH

Average snowfall days in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ashland, NH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ashland, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Ashland, NH

Average UV index in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Ashland, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Ashland, NH

Average visibility in May - Ashland, NH
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and September (4mi).

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