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
In May, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in April to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Gorham, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).Humidity
May is the least humid month in Gorham, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Gorham, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.4 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Gorham aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 96.4 snowfall days, and 60.94" (1548mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 7.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Gorham, NH
- Average high temperature in May: 61.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 40.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Gorham, NH
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"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
Gorham, NH
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Gorham, NH
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Gorham, NH
- Average rainfall in May: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
Gorham, NH
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Gorham, NH
- Average snowfall in May: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Gorham, NH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gorham, NH
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Gorham, NH
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Gorham, NH
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Gorham, NH
- Average cloud cover in May: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Gorham, NH
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October and December (4mi).
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