May weather forecastKittery, ME
May
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
The beginning of May signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in April to a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C). During May, Kittery records an average temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) at night.Humidity
In Kittery, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Kittery, snow does not fall in May through September.Ocean temperature
In Kittery, the average seawater temperature in May is 47.3°F (8.5°C).Note: Taking a dip in 47.3°F (8.5°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May 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
The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kittery, ME
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
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 30min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
