Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
As April transitions into May, Canterbury sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to an enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C). The average temperature during May nights dips to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout May, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Canterbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Canterbury aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Canterbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.2 days and aggregates up to 30.71" (780mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Canterbury is 14h and 43min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Canterbury, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Canterbury, NH
- Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Canterbury, 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
Canterbury, NH
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Canterbury, NH
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Canterbury, NH
- Average rainfall in May: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in May
Canterbury, NH
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Canterbury, NH
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Canterbury, NH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Canterbury, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Canterbury, NH
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Canterbury, 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
Canterbury, NH
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Canterbury, NH
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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