Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in April to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Phippsburg sees a steady low-temperature average of 46°F (7.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Phippsburg is 81%.Rainfall
In Phippsburg, during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Phippsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.2 days and collects up to 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Phippsburg. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Phippsburg aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Phippsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 18.82" (478mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Phippsburg, Maine, the average seawater temperature in May is 46°F (7.8°C).Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 46°F (7.8°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Phippsburg?
What is the average humidity in May in Phippsburg?
How much does it rain in Phippsburg in May?
What is the last month it snows in Phippsburg?
What is the water temperature in May in Phippsburg?
What is the average length of the day in May in Phippsburg?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Phippsburg?
How many hours of sunshine does Phippsburg have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Phippsburg?
Average temperature in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average high temperature in May: 58.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"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).
Average wind speed in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.28"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average sea temperature in May: 45.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.9°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Phippsburg, 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: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Phippsburg, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Phippsburg, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Phippsburg, 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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