May weather forecast
Barnstead, NH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Barnstead, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). During May, the average low-temperature is recorded at a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In Barnstead, New Hampshire, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.2 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) 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, Barnstead aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Barnstead, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.5 days and aggregates up to 32.6" (828mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Barnstead, New Hampshire, is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 65.3°F (18.5°C) and the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Barnstead, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Barnstead aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Barnstead, NH

Average temperature in May - Barnstead, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Barnstead, NH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Barnstead, NH

Average wind speed in May - Barnstead, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Barnstead, NH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Barnstead, NH

Average rainfall in May - Barnstead, 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 (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Barnstead, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Barnstead, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Barnstead, NH

Average snowfall in May - Barnstead, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Barnstead, NH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Barnstead, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

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
Barnstead, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Barnstead, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Barnstead, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Barnstead, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Barnstead, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Barnstead, NH

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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