May weather forecastNewport, DE
May
Weather in May
In May, Newport braves temperatures generally associated with summer. Pleasant weather prevails conducive conditions for outdoor events. With average temperatures escalating to 69.8°F (21°C), the town starts experiencing the onset of summer's warmth. Occasional showers bring respite from the heat while also contributing to the growth and preservation of Newport's local flora. May sets the tone for the forthcoming summer months, beginning with the swelter of June.Temperature
Newport's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C) in April to an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C). An average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) is noted during the nights in May.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Newport, Delaware, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Newport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.2 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Newport, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Newport, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Newport, DE
- Average high temperature in May: 69.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Newport, DE
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Newport, DE
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Newport, DE
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Newport, DE
- Average rainfall in May: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in May
Newport, DE
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Newport, DE
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Newport, DE
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Newport, DE
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Newport, DE
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Newport, DE
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Newport, DE
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Newport, DE
- 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).
