May weather forecast
Owls Head, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Owls Head, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.1°F (12.3°C) and min 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in April to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Owls Head's May nights exhibit a subtle drop in temperature, averaging at a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C), closely aligned with the daytime highs.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Owls Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Owls Head, Maine.

Ocean temperature

In Owls Head, in May, the average water temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: It is risky to swim in 45.1°F (7.3°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Owls Head is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of May in Owls Head, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Owls Head, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Owls Head is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Owls Head in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Owls Head, is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Owls Head?

The average relative humidity in May is 83%.

How much does it rain in Owls Head in May?

In Owls Head, Maine, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Owls Head?

May through October are months without snowfall in Owls Head.

Does it snow in Owls Head in May?

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

How cold is the water in May in Owls Head?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°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 Owls Head?

The average day length in May in Owls Head, Maine, is 14h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Owls Head?

On the first day of May in Owls Head, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Owls Head have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Owls Head is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Owls Head?

In Owls Head, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Owls Head, ME

Average temperature in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Owls Head, ME

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

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

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Average wind speed in May
Owls Head, ME

Average wind speed in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Owls Head, ME

Average humidity in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Owls Head, ME

Average rainfall in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Owls Head, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Owls Head, ME

Average snowfall in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Owls Head, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Owls Head, ME

Average sea temperature in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average sea temperature in May: 45.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Owls Head, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Owls Head, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Owls Head, ME

Average UV index in May - Owls Head, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Owls Head, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Owls Head, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Owls Head, ME

Average visibility in May - Owls Head, 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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