May weather forecast
Caribou, ME

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Weather in May

In May, Caribou's weather warms significantly with temperatures potentially reaching a comfortable 60.1°F (15.6°C) during the day. The city transitions from a snow-covered landscape to lush greenery. The rainfall is not particularly high, but combined with the melting snow, the environment becomes lush and verdant. The local flora awakens, making Caribou a beautiful, colorful place to live and visit during this month.

Temperature

May indicates a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, moving up from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in April to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Caribou, Maine, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Caribou, Maine, there are 144 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Caribou aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Caribou, Maine, there are 104.9 snowfall days, and 73.35" (1863mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Caribou, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:41 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Caribou is 7.3h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Caribou?

The high-temperature, in May, in Caribou, is 60.1°F (15.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.8°F (4.9°C).

What is the least humid month in Caribou?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, May is the least humid month in Caribou.

What is the average humidity in May in Caribou?

In Caribou, Maine, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Caribou?

In Caribou, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Caribou?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Caribou. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Caribou aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

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

In Caribou, the average day length in May is 15h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Caribou?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Caribou, sunrise is at 4:41 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Caribou?

In Caribou, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Caribou?

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

Average temperature in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Caribou, ME

Average pressure in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Caribou, ME

Average wind speed in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Caribou, ME

Average humidity in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Caribou, ME

Average rainfall in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in May
Caribou, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Caribou, ME

Average snowfall in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Caribou, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21 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
Caribou, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Caribou, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Caribou, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Caribou, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in May
Caribou, ME

Average visibility in May - Caribou, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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