May weather forecast
Machiasport, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Machiasport, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

May signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Throughout May nights, Machiasport records a consistent low-temperature averaging a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Machiasport is 81%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

In Machiasport, the average seawater temperature in May is 43.9°F (6.6°C).
Note: Immersing oneself in 43.9°F (6.6°C) at sub14°F (-10°C) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Machiasport is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:47 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Machiasport is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in May transforms into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Machiasport?

During May, Machiasport experiences an average high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Machiasport?

In May, the average relative humidity in Machiasport is 81%.

How much does it rain in Machiasport in May?

In Machiasport, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Machiasport?

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

Does it snow in Machiasport in May?

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

What is the ocean temperature in May in Machiasport?

In Machiasport, the average seawater temperature in May is 43.9°F (6.6°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Machiasport?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Machiasport, sunrise is at 4:47 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Machiasport have in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Machiasport?

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

Average temperature in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average pressure in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average wind speed in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average humidity in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average rainfall in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average snowfall in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Machiasport, 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 sea temperature in May
Machiasport, ME

Average sea temperature in May - Machiasport, ME
  • Average sea temperature in May: 44°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average UV index in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average visibility in May - Machiasport, 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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