Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, Athens's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in April to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 42.6°F (5.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Athens, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Athens. May is the last month it regularly snows in Athens. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Athens aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.8 days and aggregates up to 42.99" (1092mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.On the first day of May in Athens, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Athens is 7.9h.UV index
In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Athens, ME
- Average high temperature in May: 63°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Athens, ME
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Athens, ME
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Athens, ME
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Athens, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").
Average rainfall days in May
Athens, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Athens, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Athens, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Athens, ME
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Athens, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Athens, ME
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Athens, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Athens, ME
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).
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