May weather forecast
Auburn, ME

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Weather in May

The gradual warming seen in April intensifies during May in Auburn. The increase in average temperature is appreciable as the city leaves the cold of winter and enters the warmth of spring. Noteworthy for this month is a sizable increase in precipitation in the form of rain, hitting a peak at 1.57" (40mm). Cloud cover starts to lessen, and with it, the landscape grows increasingly lush and green. The seasonal shift brings about longer days, more sunshine, and generally more favourable weather conditions.

Temperature

Auburn experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in April to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). In Auburn, the average nighttime temperature during May is a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in Auburn, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout May, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.5 rainfall days, and 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Auburn. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Auburn aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Auburn, Maine, is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of May in Auburn, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Auburn?

In Auburn, 63.1°F (17.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Auburn?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Auburn in May?

In May, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout May, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Auburn?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Auburn, Maine. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Auburn aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Auburn, Maine, is 14h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Auburn?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Auburn have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Auburn is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Auburn?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Auburn is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Auburn, ME

Average temperature in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Auburn, ME

Average pressure in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Auburn, ME

Average wind speed in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Auburn, ME

Average humidity in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Auburn, ME

Average rainfall in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
Auburn, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Auburn, ME

Average snowfall in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Auburn, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Auburn, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Auburn, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Auburn, ME

Average UV index in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Auburn, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Auburn, ME

Average visibility in May - Auburn, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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