May weather forecast
Rockville, RI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rockville, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average low of 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in April to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout the nights in May, Rockville experiences an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.4 rainfall days, and 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Rockville aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Rockville, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.9 days and aggregates up to 12.2" (310mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 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 8.2h.

UV index

In Rockville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Rockville, the average high-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Rockville?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Rockville aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rockville?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 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 many hours of sunshine does Rockville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rockville, RI

Average temperature in May - Rockville, RI
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Rockville, RI

Average pressure in May - Rockville, 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
Rockville, RI

Average wind speed in May - Rockville, RI
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Rockville, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Rockville, RI

Average rainfall in May - Rockville, RI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Rockville, RI

Average rainfall days in May - Rockville, RI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rockville, RI

Average snowfall in May - Rockville, RI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rockville, RI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 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
Rockville, RI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rockville, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rockville, RI

Average sunshine days in May - Rockville, RI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Rockville, RI

Average UV index in May - Rockville, 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
Rockville, RI

Average cloud cover in May - Rockville, RI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Rockville, RI

Average visibility in May - Rockville, 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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