Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C). Throughout the May nights, Machias encounters a low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the least humid month in Machias.Rainfall
In Machias, in May, during 20 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.9 rainfall days, and 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Machias aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Machias, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.3 days and aggregates up to 48.23" (1225mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Machias 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 the ordinary person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Machias in May?
What is the least humid month in Machias?
What is the average humidity in May in Machias?
How many days does it rain in May in Machias?
What is the last month it snows in Machias?
How many hours of daylight does Machias have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Machias?
How many hours of sunshine does Machias have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Machias?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Machias?
Average temperature in May
Machias, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Machias, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Machias, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Machias, NY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Machias, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in May
Machias, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 20 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Machias, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Machias, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Machias, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Machias, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Machias, NY
- 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 January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Machias, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in May
Machias, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
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