May weather forecast
Newport, NH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Newport, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Newport experiences an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) in month of May.

Humidity

In Newport, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Newport, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Newport, there are 153.2 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Newport, New Hampshire. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Newport aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Newport, New Hampshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.4 days and aggregates up to 42.72" (1085mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Newport, New Hampshire, is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Newport, New Hampshire, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Newport?

The high-temperature in Newport, New Hampshire, during May is 64.9°F (18.3°C) and the low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Newport?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Newport in May?

In Newport, New Hampshire, during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Newport?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Newport, New Hampshire. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Newport aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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

In Newport, the average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Newport?

On the first day of May in Newport, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Newport have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Newport, New Hampshire, is 8.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Newport?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May in Newport?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Newport, New Hampshire, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Newport, NH

Average temperature in May - Newport, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Newport, NH

Average pressure in May - Newport, 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
Newport, NH

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Newport, NH

Average humidity in May - Newport, 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
Newport, NH

Average rainfall in May - Newport, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Newport, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Newport, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Newport, NH

Average snowfall in May - Newport, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Newport, NH

Average snowfall days in May - Newport, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newport, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Newport, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Newport, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Newport, NH

Average UV index in May - Newport, 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
Newport, NH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Newport, NH

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

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

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