May weather forecast
Rangeley, ME

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Weather in May

May sees the full bloom of spring and a significant departure from the cold season. With a meager 0.43" (11mm) of snowfall, snow is nearly absent, making way for the warmer temperatures and an increased amount of rainfall at 2.52" (64mm). Vegetation thrives under the increased daylight and sunlight hours, painting Rangeley in vibrant colors. The rising humidity confirms the complete transition to spring weather, a noticeable shift from the colder months of the year.

Temperature

Rangeley's transition into May is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in April to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). Rangeley experiences a nighttime temperature average of 40.1°F (4.5°C) during May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Rangeley, Maine, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rangeley, there are 165.8 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Rangeley aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Rangeley, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.1 days and aggregates up to 50.51" (1283mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rangeley, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, in Rangeley, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In Rangeley, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rangeley in May?

The high-temperature during May is 60.1°F (15.6°C) and the low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the least humid month in Rangeley?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the least humid month in Rangeley, Maine.

What is the average humidity in May in Rangeley?

In May, the average relative humidity in Rangeley is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Rangeley?

In Rangeley, Maine, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Rangeley?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Rangeley. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Rangeley aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rangeley?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rangeley, Maine, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Rangeley?

In Rangeley, Maine, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Rangeley?

In Rangeley, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Rangeley, ME

Average temperature in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Rangeley, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Rangeley, ME

Average wind speed in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Rangeley, ME

Average humidity in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, July and August (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 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
Rangeley, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Rangeley, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Rangeley, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Rangeley, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in May
Rangeley, ME

Average visibility in May - Rangeley, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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