May weather forecast
Atkinson, NH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Atkinson, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in April to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). In Atkinson, an average nighttime temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Atkinson, New Hampshire, in May, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Atkinson, New Hampshire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.3 days and collects up to 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Atkinson. May is the last month it regularly snows in Atkinson. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Atkinson aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Atkinson, there are 17.2 snowfall days, and 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Atkinson, New Hampshire, is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Atkinson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Atkinson?

The high-temperature, in May, in Atkinson, is 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Atkinson?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Atkinson in May?

In Atkinson, New Hampshire, in May, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Atkinson?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Atkinson. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Atkinson aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Atkinson have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Atkinson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Atkinson have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Atkinson, New Hampshire, is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Atkinson?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Atkinson, New Hampshire, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Atkinson, NH

Average temperature in May - Atkinson, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°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°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Atkinson, NH

Average pressure in May - Atkinson, NH
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Atkinson, NH

Average wind speed in May - Atkinson, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Atkinson, NH

Average humidity in May - Atkinson, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Atkinson, NH

Average rainfall in May - Atkinson, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Atkinson, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Atkinson, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Atkinson, NH

Average snowfall in May - Atkinson, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Atkinson, NH

Average snowfall days in May - Atkinson, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Atkinson, NH
  • 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
Atkinson, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Atkinson, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (18.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Atkinson, NH

Average UV index in May - Atkinson, NH
  • 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
Atkinson, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Atkinson, NH
  • 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 31).

Average visibility in May
Atkinson, NH

Average visibility in May - Atkinson, NH
  • 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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