May weather forecast
Machias, ME

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Weather in May

With the arrival of May in Machias, snowfall is virtually nonexistent, signifying the firm grip of spring on the city. There is an evident mood uplift with the promise of summer around the corner. The weather is delightfully mild, with sunnier and longer days becoming more pronounced. The city's foliage comes to life in full display with blossoming trees and emerging flowers adding color to the landscape. The wind relaxes its winter intensity, allowing for softer breezes.

Temperature

May showcases a minor temperature ascent, adjusting from April's frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). During May, Machias's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Machias, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Machias, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Machias, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of May, in Machias, sunrise is at 4:47 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Machias, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during May leads to these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Machias?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Machias, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Machias?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Machias in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Machias?

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

Does it snow in Machias in May?

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

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

In Machias, Maine, the average day length in May is 14h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Machias?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:47 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Machias?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Machias is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Machias?

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

Average temperature in May - Machias, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Machias, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Machias, ME

Average wind speed in May - Machias, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Machias, ME

Average humidity in May - Machias, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Machias, ME

Average rainfall in May - Machias, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in May
Machias, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Machias, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Machias, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Machias, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Machias, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Machias, 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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Machias, ME

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Machias, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Machias, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Machias, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Machias, ME

Average visibility in May - Machias, 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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