May weather forecast
York Harbor, ME

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in York Harbor, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). York Harbor usually reports an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in York Harbor, Maine, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In York Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.8 days and collects up to 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In York Harbor, snow does not fall in May through September.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature in York Harbor, Maine, is 47.3°F (8.5°C).
Note: Staying in 47.3°F (8.5°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in York Harbor is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In York Harbor, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in York Harbor is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in York Harbor?

In May, in York Harbor, the average high-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in York Harbor?

In York Harbor, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in York Harbor in May?

In York Harbor, during May, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in York Harbor?

In York Harbor, Maine, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in York Harbor in May?

In May, in York Harbor, Maine, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the water temperature in May in York Harbor?

In York Harbor, Maine, the average seawater temperature in May is 47.3°F (8.5°C). Swimming in 47.3°F (8.5°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does York Harbor have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in York Harbor?

On the first day of May in York Harbor, Maine, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does York Harbor have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in York Harbor, Maine, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in York Harbor?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in York Harbor, Maine, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
York Harbor, ME

Average temperature in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
York Harbor, ME

Average pressure in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
York Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
York Harbor, ME

Average humidity in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
York Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.73"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and December (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in May
York Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
York Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
York Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
York Harbor, ME

Average sea temperature in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average sea temperature in May: 47.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
York Harbor, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
York Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
York Harbor, ME

Average UV index in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
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
York Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in May - York Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
York Harbor, ME

Average visibility in May - York Harbor, 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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