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
May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in April to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Bethel's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Bethel, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Bethel aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.9 snowfall days, and 52.13" (1324mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Bethel, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Bethel, the average sunshine in May is 8h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May?
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How many hours of sunshine does Bethel have in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Bethel, ME
- Average high temperature in May: 62.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 41.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).
Average pressure in May
Bethel, ME
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"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).
Average wind speed in May
Bethel, ME
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Bethel, ME
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Bethel, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in May
Bethel, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bethel, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bethel, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bethel, 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 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bethel, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Bethel, ME
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Bethel, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in May
Bethel, ME
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August and September (4mi).