May weather forecastWoolwich, ME
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Woolwich, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).Temperature
With the beginning of May, Woolwich's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in April to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). During May, Woolwich consistently records a temperature low averaging a chilly 46°F (7.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Woolwich, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Woolwich, there are 147.2 rainfall days, and 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Woolwich aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Woolwich, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 18.82" (478mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Woolwich, the average seawater temperature in May is 46°F (7.8°C).Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 46°F (7.8°C) even if temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 55.4°F (13°C) is distressing.
Daylight
In Woolwich, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 46min.On the first day of May in Woolwich, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Woolwich, Maine, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Woolwich is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, ME
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 48min
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 12min
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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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
Woolwich, 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).
