May weather forecast
West Warwick, RI

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Weather in May

May brings the charm of late spring to West Warwick, with temperatures climbing to an average high of 65.5°F (18.6°C). The town continues to bask in lengthy daylight hours, benefiting from the extended presence of the sun. Sunshine hours increase, signaling the transition into the warm, summer months. Rainy days drop slightly from April, and snowfall disappears entirely, epitomizing the essence of spring's end. Wind conditions remain steady, sparing the town from gusty disturbances.

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's cool 55°F (12.8°C) to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Throughout May, West Warwick anticipates an average low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout May, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Warwick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in West Warwick is 8.5h.

UV index

In West Warwick, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in West Warwick?

The average high-temperature, in May, in West Warwick, is 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Warwick?

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

How much does it rain in West Warwick 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 in West Warwick?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in West Warwick?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in West Warwick?

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

How long on average sun shines in May in West Warwick?

In West Warwick, Rhode Island, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in West Warwick?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Warwick is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Warwick, RI

Average temperature in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average pressure in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average wind speed in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average humidity in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average rainfall in May - West Warwick, 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 (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
West Warwick, RI

Average rainfall days in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average snowfall in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average snowfall days in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Warwick, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Warwick, RI

Average sunshine days in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average UV index in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average cloud cover in May - West Warwick, 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
West Warwick, RI

Average visibility in May - West Warwick, 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).

West Warwick, Rhode Island, USA

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