May weather forecast
Salisbury, NH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Salisbury, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average high of 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). May nights in Salisbury, New Hampshire, are marked by an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Salisbury, New Hampshire, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.8 rainfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Salisbury aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Salisbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 32.8" (833mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Salisbury, in May, the average high-temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Salisbury is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Salisbury aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Salisbury, NH

Average temperature in May - Salisbury, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Salisbury, NH

Average pressure in May - Salisbury, 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
Salisbury, NH

Average wind speed in May - Salisbury, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Salisbury, NH

Average humidity in May - Salisbury, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

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

Average rainfall in May
Salisbury, NH

Average rainfall in May - Salisbury, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Salisbury, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Salisbury, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Salisbury, NH

Average snowfall in May - Salisbury, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Salisbury, NH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salisbury, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Salisbury, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Salisbury, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Salisbury, NH

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Salisbury, NH

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Salisbury, NH

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

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

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