May weather forecast
Mapleton, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Mapleton, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from April's frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C). During the nights in May, Mapleton observes an average low-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Mapleton is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Mapleton, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mapleton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mapleton are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Mapleton. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Mapleton aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 98.7 snowfall days, and 69.17" (1757mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 3min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mapleton, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mapleton is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mapleton in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Mapleton, is 60.1°F (15.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C).

What is the least humid month in Mapleton?

May is the least humid month in Mapleton, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Mapleton?

The average relative humidity in May in Mapleton is 75%.

How much does it rain in Mapleton in May?

In Mapleton, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Mapleton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Mapleton. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Mapleton aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mapleton have in May?

The average day length in May is 15h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Mapleton?

On the first day of May in Mapleton, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mapleton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Mapleton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mapleton is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mapleton, ME

Average temperature in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Mapleton, ME

Average pressure in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Mapleton, ME

Average wind speed in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Mapleton, ME

Average humidity in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Mapleton, ME

Average rainfall in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in May
Mapleton, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Mapleton, ME

Average snowfall in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Mapleton, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.7 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
Mapleton, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mapleton, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Mapleton, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Mapleton, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in May
Mapleton, ME

Average visibility in May - Mapleton, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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