May weather forecast
Ogunquit, ME

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Weather in May

May ushers in a definitive feel of spring with a marked increase in other climatic parameters. Unpredictability makes it an enchanting time to visit Ogunquit. A considerable rise in temperature, with an average high touching 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low of 46.8°F (8.2°C), leaves behind the last vestiges of winter. The absence of snow paves the way for summer recreation, and tourism begins to peak.

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature in Ogunquit, shifting from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). During the month of May, Ogunquit experiences a steady low-temperature average of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ogunquit, during May, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ogunquit, there are 127.9 rainfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Ogunquit. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Ogunquit aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Ogunquit, the average seawater temperature in May is 47.3°F (8.5°C).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 47.3°F (8.5°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Ogunquit is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of May, in Ogunquit, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ogunquit is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Ogunquit?

During May, Ogunquit experiences an average high-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ogunquit?

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

How much does it rain in Ogunquit in May?

In Ogunquit, Maine, during May, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Ogunquit?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Ogunquit, Maine. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Ogunquit aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in May in Ogunquit?

In May, the average ocean temperature in Ogunquit is 47.3°F (8.5°C). Swimming in 47.3°F (8.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ogunquit?

On the first day of May in Ogunquit, Maine, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ogunquit have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Ogunquit is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ogunquit?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ogunquit is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average temperature in May - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ogunquit, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average wind speed in May - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Ogunquit, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average rainfall in May - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average snowfall in May - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average sea temperature in May - Ogunquit, 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average UV index in May - Ogunquit, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Ogunquit, ME

Average visibility in May - Ogunquit, 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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