May weather forecast
Cape Elizabeth, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cape Elizabeth, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.9°F (8.3°C) and max 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in April to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). In Cape Elizabeth, in May, the average low-temperature is a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Cape Elizabeth is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cape Elizabeth, in May, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cape Elizabeth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Cape Elizabeth.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cape Elizabeth is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May in Cape Elizabeth, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cape Elizabeth is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cape Elizabeth in May?

In Cape Elizabeth, in May, the average high-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cape Elizabeth?

The average relative humidity in May in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Cape Elizabeth in May?

In May, in Cape Elizabeth, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout May, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cape Elizabeth?

In Cape Elizabeth, Maine, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Cape Elizabeth in May?

In May, in Cape Elizabeth, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Cape Elizabeth?

In May, the average day length in Cape Elizabeth is 14h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cape Elizabeth?

On the first day of May in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cape Elizabeth have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Cape Elizabeth is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Cape Elizabeth?

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

Average temperature in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and 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
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average wind speed in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average humidity in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average UV index in May - Cape Elizabeth, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average visibility in May - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • 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).

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