May weather forecast
Nashua, NH

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The arched Main Street Bridge crossing over the iconic Nashua River in New Hampshire
The arched Main Street Bridge crossing over the iconic Nashua River in New Hampshire

Weather in May

The arrival of May in Nashua signifies the advent of true spring weather, characterized by an average high temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an agreeable low of 47.5°F (8.6°C). Torrents of rain dissipate, taking a back seat to pleasant, sun-filled days. Nashua starts to bask under the increasing daylight hours, indicative of the approaching summer solstice. The vegetation is lush and verdant, making May a delightful month for outdoor activities such as picnics and hiking. Outdoor life regains full momentum as the city's parks and green spaces become populated with families and individuals savoring the warming weather.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Nashua, New Hampshire, brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) in April to a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C). During May, Nashua's temperature averages to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Nashua, New Hampshire, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Nashua, New Hampshire, in May, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nashua, there are 91.2 rainfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Nashua. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Nashua aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Nashua, there are 25 snowfall days, and 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Nashua is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Nashua, New Hampshire, is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Nashua is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Nashua in May?

The high-temperature in Nashua, New Hampshire, during May is 67.3°F (19.6°C) and the low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Nashua?

The average relative humidity in May in Nashua, New Hampshire, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May in Nashua?

In May, in Nashua, New Hampshire, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout May, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Nashua?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Nashua, New Hampshire. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Nashua aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Nashua, New Hampshire, is 14h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Nashua?

On the first day of May in Nashua, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Nashua?

The average sunshine duration in May in Nashua, New Hampshire, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Nashua?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Nashua is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Nashua, NH

Average temperature in May - Nashua, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in May
Nashua, NH

Average pressure in May - Nashua, 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
Nashua, NH

Average wind speed in May - Nashua, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Nashua, NH

Average humidity in May - Nashua, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Nashua, NH

Average rainfall in May - Nashua, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Nashua, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Nashua, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nashua, NH

Average snowfall in May - Nashua, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Nashua, NH

Average snowfall days in May - Nashua, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nashua, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nashua, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Nashua, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Nashua, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Nashua, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Nashua, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Nashua, NH

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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