May weather forecast
South Dover, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in South Dover, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.2°F (16.8°C) and min 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

May sees a temperature increase, moving from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). The average low-temperature, in May, in South Dover, is an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in South Dover is May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In South Dover, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.3 rainfall days, and 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, South Dover aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Dover, Maine, there are 69.5 snowfall days, and 49.96" (1269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in South Dover is 14h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, in South Dover, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in South Dover is 7.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in South Dover?

The high-temperature, in May, in South Dover, records 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the least humid month in South Dover?

The least humid month in South Dover is May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in South Dover?

The average relative humidity in May in South Dover is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in South Dover?

In South Dover, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in South Dover?

May is the last month it regularly snows in South Dover. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, South Dover aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Dover have in May?

The average day length in May in South Dover, Maine, is 14h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in South Dover?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Dover, Maine, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Dover have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in South Dover?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in South Dover is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
South Dover, ME

Average temperature in May - South Dover, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
South Dover, ME

Average pressure in May - South Dover, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
South Dover, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
South Dover, ME

Average humidity in May - South Dover, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
South Dover, ME

Average rainfall in May - South Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in May
South Dover, ME

Average rainfall days in May - South Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
South Dover, ME

Average snowfall in May - South Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
South Dover, ME

Average snowfall days in May - South Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 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
South Dover, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Dover, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
South Dover, ME

Average sunshine days in May - South Dover, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
South Dover, ME

Average UV index in May - South Dover, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
South Dover, ME

Average cloud cover in May - South Dover, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
South Dover, ME

Average visibility in May - South Dover, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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