May weather forecast
Franklin, NH

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Weather in May

The city of Franklin welcomes May with pronounced spring weather dominated by warmer temperatures and relative humidity levels of 75%. This pleasant month signifies the commencement of longer days and shorter nights, indicating the imminent arrival of summer. An increased level of UV index signals the necessity of using sun protection during outdoor activities. Sunshine hours intensify, featuring longer and brighter days. The wind speed decreases this month, adding to the comfortable and tranquil atmosphere.

Temperature

Franklin's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). During May, the average low-temperature in Franklin is a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.8 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Franklin are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Franklin aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Franklin, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 32.8" (833mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Franklin, New Hampshire, is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Franklin is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Franklin is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to 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 Franklin in May?

May temperatures in Franklin, New Hampshire, vary between a high-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) and a low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Franklin?

In May, the average relative humidity in Franklin, New Hampshire, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Franklin?

In Franklin, in May, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Franklin?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Franklin aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in May?

In Franklin, New Hampshire, the average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Franklin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Franklin, New Hampshire, is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Franklin, NH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Franklin, NH

Average pressure in May - Franklin, 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
Franklin, NH

Average wind speed in May - Franklin, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Franklin, NH

Average humidity in May - Franklin, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Franklin, NH

Average rainfall in May - Franklin, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Franklin, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Franklin, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Franklin, NH

Average snowfall in May - Franklin, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Franklin, NH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Franklin, 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 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Franklin, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Franklin, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Franklin, NH

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Franklin, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Franklin, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Franklin, NH

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

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

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