May weather forecast
Whitefield, NH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Whitefield, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Whitefield observes an average nighttime temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) during May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Whitefield, New Hampshire, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Whitefield, New Hampshire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Whitefield aggregates 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Whitefield, there are 109.1 snowfall days, and 71.5" (1816mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Whitefield, records 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Whitefield, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Whitefield, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Whitefield aggregates 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whitefield have in May?

In Whitefield, the average day length in May is 14h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitefield have in May?

In Whitefield, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Whitefield, NH

Average temperature in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Whitefield, NH

Average pressure in May - Whitefield, 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
Whitefield, NH

Average wind speed in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Whitefield, NH

Average humidity in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Whitefield, NH

Average rainfall in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Whitefield, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whitefield, NH

Average snowfall in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Whitefield, NH

Average snowfall days in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Whitefield, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

Average UV index in May
Whitefield, NH

Average UV index in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Whitefield, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Whitefield, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Whitefield, NH

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

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

Whitefield, New Hampshire, USA

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