May weather forecast
South Newbury, NH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in South Newbury, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 64.4°F (18°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C). An average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) is noted during the nights in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout May, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Newbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.9 days and collects up to 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, South Newbury aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In South Newbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.7 days and aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Newbury, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) and a low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In South Newbury, during May, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, South Newbury aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Newbury have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in South Newbury?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Newbury have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
South Newbury, NH

Average temperature in May - South Newbury, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in May
South Newbury, NH

Average pressure in May - South Newbury, 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
South Newbury, NH

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
South Newbury, NH

Average humidity in May - South Newbury, 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
South Newbury, NH

Average rainfall in May - South Newbury, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
South Newbury, NH

Average rainfall days in May - South Newbury, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Newbury, NH

Average snowfall in May - South Newbury, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Newbury, NH

Average snowfall days in May - South Newbury, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Newbury, NH

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Newbury, NH

Average sunshine days in May - South Newbury, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
South Newbury, NH

Average UV index in May - South Newbury, 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
South Newbury, NH

Average cloud cover in May - South Newbury, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
South Newbury, NH

Average visibility in May - South Newbury, 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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