May weather forecast
Hanover, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hanover, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.6°F (17°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from April's chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). During the nights in May, Hanover experiences a consistent average temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

May and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Hanover, in May, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hanover. May is the last month it regularly snows in Hanover, Maine. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Hanover aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Hanover, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 48.15" (1223mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Hanover is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hanover, the average sunshine in May is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hanover is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hanover in May?

In May, in Hanover, the average high-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the least humid month in Hanover?

May and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Hanover.

What is the average humidity in May in Hanover?

The average relative humidity in May in Hanover is 76%.

How much does it rain in Hanover in May?

In Hanover, in May, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Hanover?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Hanover aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hanover have in May?

In Hanover, Maine, the average day length in May is 14h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Hanover?

On the first day of May in Hanover, sunrise is at 5:31 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.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hanover?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Hanover?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hanover, Maine, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hanover, ME

Average temperature in May - Hanover, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°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).

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Average pressure in May
Hanover, ME

Average pressure in May - Hanover, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Hanover, ME

Average wind speed in May - Hanover, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Hanover, ME

Average humidity in May - Hanover, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hanover, ME

Average rainfall in May - Hanover, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Hanover, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Hanover, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Hanover, ME

Average snowfall in May - Hanover, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Hanover, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Hanover, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 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
Hanover, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hanover, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hanover, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Hanover, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hanover, ME

Average UV index in May - Hanover, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Hanover, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Hanover, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Hanover, ME

Average visibility in May - Hanover, 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).

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