May weather forecastPittsfield, ME
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Pittsfield, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).Temperature
Entering May, Pittsfield sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). During May, Pittsfield's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 42.6°F (5.9°C).Humidity
April, May and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pittsfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.1 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Pittsfield aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Pittsfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.32" (1075mm) of snow.Daylight
In Pittsfield, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 51min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:54 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 7.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average high temperature in May: 62.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"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).
Average wind speed in May
Pittsfield, 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).
Average humidity in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.48"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 48min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
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 39).
Average visibility in May
Pittsfield, ME
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
