May weather forecast
Sunapee, NH

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Weather in May

May signifies the arrival of warmer weather in Sunapee. The temperature escalates, making the weather pleasantly warm with an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C). As the last traces of snow melt away, green landscapes return in this period of renewal. Residents can engage in a wide range of outdoor activities, thanks to improving weather conditions. In closing, May stands as a pleasant precursor to the forthcoming summer months.

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In May, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sunapee, New Hampshire, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sunapee, New Hampshire, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, 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. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Sunapee aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.4 snowfall days, and 42.72" (1085mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sunapee, New Hampshire, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sunapee, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Sunapee, is 64.9°F (18.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sunapee, 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?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Sunapee, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Sunapee, NH

Average temperature in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average pressure in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average wind speed in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average humidity in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average rainfall in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average snowfall in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average snowfall days in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average UV index in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Sunapee, 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
Sunapee, NH

Average visibility in May - Sunapee, 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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