May weather forecast
Jaffrey, NH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) is observed during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Jaffrey is 76%.

Rainfall

In Jaffrey, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jaffrey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.5 days and collects up to 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jaffrey are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Jaffrey aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Jaffrey, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.2 days and aggregates up to 38.27" (972mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Jaffrey, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Jaffrey is 8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Jaffrey in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Jaffrey are 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Jaffrey?

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

How much does it rain in Jaffrey in May?

In Jaffrey, New Hampshire, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Jaffrey?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Jaffrey, New Hampshire. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Jaffrey aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Jaffrey?

In Jaffrey, the average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Jaffrey?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jaffrey have in May?

In Jaffrey, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Jaffrey?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Jaffrey, NH

Average temperature in May - Jaffrey, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Jaffrey, NH

Average pressure in May - Jaffrey, NH
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Jaffrey, NH

Average wind speed in May - Jaffrey, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Jaffrey, NH

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Jaffrey, NH

Average rainfall in May - Jaffrey, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Jaffrey, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Jaffrey, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, June and August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Jaffrey, NH

Average snowfall in May - Jaffrey, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Jaffrey, NH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Jaffrey, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Jaffrey, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Jaffrey, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Jaffrey, NH

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Jaffrey, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Jaffrey, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Jaffrey, NH

Average visibility in May - Jaffrey, 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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