May weather forecast
Kingston, RI

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Weather in May

The month of May steps into the blooming aura of spring in Kingston. As the veil of cold lifts, a newfound warmth pervades, stabilizing the temperature oscillations. Rainfall persists alongside the sun's apparent trajectory, offering a mix of weather serenades. With longer daylight hours, sunshine gets a boost to 8.5 hours, amplifying the dose of natural vitamin D. High relative humidity of 80% becomes noticeable, enhanced by the characteristic nature of the city's weather.

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C). In Kingston, an average nighttime temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kingston, Rhode Island, during May, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Kingston, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Kingston, Rhode Island, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
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 Kingston, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Kingston, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Kingston?

The high-temperature, in May, in Kingston, records 62.1°F (16.7°C), while the low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kingston?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Kingston in May?

In Kingston, Rhode Island, during May, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Kingston?

In Kingston, Rhode Island, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in May in Kingston?

In Kingston, the average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Kingston?

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 Kingston, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kingston?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Kingston?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kingston, Rhode Island, 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
Kingston, RI

Average temperature in May - Kingston, RI
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Kingston, RI

Average pressure in May - Kingston, 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
Kingston, RI

Average wind speed in May - Kingston, RI
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Kingston, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Kingston, RI

Average rainfall in May - Kingston, RI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Kingston, RI

Average rainfall days in May - Kingston, RI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kingston, RI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kingston, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Kingston, RI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kingston, 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
Kingston, RI

Average sunshine days in May - Kingston, RI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Kingston, RI

Average UV index in May - Kingston, 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
Kingston, RI

Average cloud cover in May - Kingston, RI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Kingston, RI

Average visibility in May - Kingston, 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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