May weather forecast
East Greenwich, RI

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Weather in May

May sees East Greenwich shedding its spring attire for warmer summer weather. The town witnesses further increase in temperatures, with no hint of snowfall, confirming summer's impending arrival. Rainfall decreases, but the relative humidity remains high, making the weather feel warmer. The number of sunshine hours has also gone up, maximizing outdoor activity time. As May unfolds, residents prepare to embrace the pleasures of summer.

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in April to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In East Greenwich, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.8 rainfall days, and 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
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 East Greenwich, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures in East Greenwich vary between a high-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and a low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In East Greenwich, during May, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does East Greenwich have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

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

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in East Greenwich is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
East Greenwich, RI

Average temperature in May - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°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 (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
East Greenwich, RI

Average pressure in May - East Greenwich, 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
East Greenwich, RI

Average wind speed in May - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
East Greenwich, RI

Average humidity in May - East Greenwich, 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
East Greenwich, RI

Average rainfall in May - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
East Greenwich, RI

Average rainfall days in May - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Greenwich, RI

Average snowfall in May - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Greenwich, RI

Average snowfall days in May - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 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
East Greenwich, RI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Greenwich, RI

Average sunshine days in May - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in May
East Greenwich, RI

Average UV index in May - East Greenwich, 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
East Greenwich, RI

Average cloud cover in May - East Greenwich, 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
East Greenwich, RI

Average visibility in May - East Greenwich, 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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