May weather forecast
Yarmouth, ME

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Weather in May

In May, Yarmouth completely sheds off the residual winter vibes, welcoming full-blown spring weather. The city glows under the increasing sunlight duration, paving the way for more outdoor activities. Rainfall becomes a frequent occurrence, with a reading of 1.89" (48mm) across 13.8 days. Mild breezes grace the city, softening the effect of the increasing temperature. Yarmouth relishes in the refreshing ambiance of May, basking in a perfect harmony of mild temperatures and spring greenery.

Temperature

Yarmouth's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in April to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C). An average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) is observed in Yarmouth during the May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Yarmouth is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Yarmouth, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Yarmouth. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Yarmouth aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Yarmouth, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.2 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Yarmouth, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of May in Yarmouth, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In Yarmouth, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Yarmouth?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Yarmouth, Maine, during May are 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Yarmouth?

The average relative humidity in May in Yarmouth, Maine, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Yarmouth?

In Yarmouth, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Yarmouth?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Yarmouth aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Yarmouth?

On the first day of May in Yarmouth, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Yarmouth have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Yarmouth, Maine, is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Yarmouth?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average temperature in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average pressure in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average wind speed in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average humidity in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average rainfall in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average snowfall in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Yarmouth, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

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Average UV index in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average UV index in May - Yarmouth, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Yarmouth, ME

Average visibility in May - Yarmouth, 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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