May weather forecast
Arkwright, RI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Arkwright, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Arkwright experiences a consistent average temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Arkwright, in May, during 13 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Arkwright are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Arkwright aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Arkwright, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Arkwright, Rhode Island, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Arkwright, 65.5°F (18.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.2°F (10.1°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout May, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Arkwright aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Arkwright?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arkwright have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Arkwright, RI

Average temperature in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Arkwright, RI

Average pressure in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Arkwright, RI

Average wind speed in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Arkwright, RI

Average humidity in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Arkwright, RI

Average rainfall in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Arkwright, RI

Average rainfall days in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Arkwright, RI

Average snowfall in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Arkwright, RI

Average snowfall days in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Arkwright, RI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Arkwright, RI
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Arkwright, RI

Average sunshine days in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Arkwright, RI

Average UV index in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Arkwright, RI

Average cloud cover in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Arkwright, RI

Average visibility in May - Arkwright, RI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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