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
Elkins's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in April to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In the month of May, Elkins's average low-temperature falls to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Elkins, New Hampshire, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.9 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elkins aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57 snowfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Elkins, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. 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. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Elkins, NH
- Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 43.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Elkins, 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
Elkins, NH
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Elkins, NH
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Elkins, NH
- Average rainfall in May: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Elkins, NH
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elkins, NH
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Elkins, NH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elkins, 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: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elkins, NH
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (11.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Elkins, 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Elkins, NH
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Elkins, 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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