May weather forecast
North Conway, NH

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Weather in May

North Conway's weather substantially warms up in May. The city basks in the highest sunshine duration with 14.8 daylight hours but only faces 0.24" (6mm) of snowfall. The increasing temperature, climbing up to the 60s°F, combined with sufficient daylight hours, caters to comfortable afternoon sightseeing and other tourist activities. Humidity remains relatively stable, creating a pleasant atmospheric balance. The month comes as a refreshing break before the onset of summer.

Temperature

With the onset of May, North Conway experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature advancing from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in April to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). North Conway's average low-temperature for the month of May records at an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In North Conway, in May, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In North Conway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in North Conway. May is the last month it regularly snows in North Conway. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, North Conway aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In North Conway, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.6 days and aggregates up to 25.31" (643mm) of snow.

Daylight

In North Conway, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:04 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In North Conway, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in North Conway is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are May and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in North Conway?

In May, in North Conway, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout May, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, North Conway aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:04 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in North Conway?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
North Conway, NH

Average temperature in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.4°F).

Average pressure in May
North Conway, NH

Average pressure in May - North Conway, 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
North Conway, NH

Average wind speed in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
North Conway, NH

Average humidity in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
North Conway, NH

Average rainfall in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
North Conway, NH

Average rainfall days in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
North Conway, NH

Average snowfall in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
North Conway, NH

Average snowfall days in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Conway, NH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
North Conway, NH

Average sunshine days in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
North Conway, NH

Average UV index in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
North Conway, NH

Average cloud cover in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
North Conway, NH

Average visibility in May - North Conway, NH
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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