May weather forecast
Hopkinton, RI

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Weather in May

In Hopkinton, Rhode Island, May signals the initiation of summer, with a noticeably warmer weather pattern. Drawing the town out of spring, higher temperatures during the day are accompanied by pleasant nights. The increase in sunlight hours reinforces the shift towards summer, painting longer days and shorter nights. While the relative humidity sees a slight surge due to the rise in temperatures, the onset of summer nights promises to keep the air comfortable. A singular aspect of May's weather is the temperature, which rises up to a high of 62.2°F (16.8°C), pronouncing the incoming summer.

Temperature

Hopkinton in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). An average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) marks the month of May in Hopkinton.

Humidity

In Hopkinton, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hopkinton, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Hopkinton, in May, the average high-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Hopkinton, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Hopkinton, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in Hopkinton.

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 Hopkinton have in May?

In Hopkinton, Rhode Island, the average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average temperature in May - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in May
Hopkinton, RI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average wind speed in May - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average humidity in May - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average rainfall in May - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average rainfall days in May - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average snowfall in May - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average snowfall days in May - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hopkinton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average sunshine days in May - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average UV index in May - Hopkinton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average cloud cover in May - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Hopkinton, RI

Average visibility in May - Hopkinton, 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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