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
The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in April to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Canton anticipates an average minimum temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) in the month of May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Canton. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Canton aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Canton, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.36" (1076mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Canton is 7.7h.UV index
In Canton, 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 ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Canton in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Canton?
How much does it rain in Canton in May?
What is the last month it snows in Canton?
What is the average length of the day in May in Canton?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Canton?
How long on average sun shines in May in Canton?
How high is the UV index in May in Canton?
Average temperature in May
Canton, 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 (25°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Canton, 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
Canton, ME
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Canton, ME
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Canton, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").
Average rainfall days in May
Canton, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Canton, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Canton, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Canton, 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: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Canton, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Canton, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Canton, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Canton, 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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