May weather forecast
Kittery, ME

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Weather in May

May brings forth the beauty of spring in Kittery, Maine. As temperatures continue to rise, the city is awash with the bright colors of blossoming flowers. An average rainfall of 1.97" (50mm) keeps the city's vegetation lush and verdant, a noticeable decrease from the more considerable precipitation seen in April. Longer, sun-kissed days, a lower cloud percentage, and a significantly decreased snowfall make Kittery a lively and vibrant town in spring. It's the period to immerse in Kittery's unmatchable charm and delightful weather.

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in April to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). In May, Kittery encounters an average low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Kittery, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Kittery, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Kittery.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature in Kittery is 47.3°F (8.5°C).
Note: If planning to swim in 47.3°F (8.5°C) under 50°F (10°C), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 55.4°F (13°C) is not much warmer.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Kittery is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of May, in Kittery, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Kittery, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kittery, Maine, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kittery in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Kittery, is 61°F (16.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kittery?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Kittery in May?

In Kittery, Maine, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Kittery?

May through September are months without snowfall in Kittery.

Does it snow in Kittery in May?

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

What is the water temperature in May in Kittery?

In Kittery, Maine, the average seawater temperature in May is 47.3°F (8.5°C). Swimming in 47.3°F (8.5°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Kittery have in May?

The average day length in May in Kittery, Maine, is 14h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Kittery?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kittery, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kittery have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Kittery, Maine, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Kittery?

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

Average temperature in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Kittery, ME

Average pressure in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Kittery, ME

Average wind speed in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Kittery, ME

Average humidity in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kittery, ME

Average rainfall in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Kittery, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Kittery, ME

Average snowfall in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Kittery, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Kittery, ME

Average sea temperature in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average sea temperature in May: 47.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kittery, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kittery, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kittery, ME

Average UV index in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
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
Kittery, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Kittery, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Kittery, ME

Average visibility in May - Kittery, 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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