May weather forecast
Oakland, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Oakland, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 63°F (17.2°C) and min 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

Oakland's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). The average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) is witnessed in Oakland during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Oakland is 79%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, in May, during 15.9 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oakland, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oakland, Maine. May is the last month it regularly snows in Oakland, Maine. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Oakland aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.2 snowfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Oakland, Maine, is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, in Oakland, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oakland in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Oakland, is 63°F (17.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Oakland?

The average relative humidity in May in Oakland is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Oakland?

In May, in Oakland, Maine, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Oakland?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Oakland. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Oakland aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in May?

The average day length in May in Oakland, Maine, is 14h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Oakland?

On the first day of May in Oakland, Maine, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Oakland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Oakland?

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

Average temperature in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Oakland, ME

Average pressure in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Oakland, ME

Average wind speed in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Oakland, ME

Average humidity in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Oakland, ME

Average rainfall in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Oakland, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Oakland, ME

Average snowfall in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Oakland, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Oakland, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oakland, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Oakland, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Oakland, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Oakland, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Oakland, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Oakland, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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