Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the transition into May, Ashland experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). During May, the average low-temperature in Ashland is a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Ashland, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 29.53" (750mm) of precipitation.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, Ashland aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Ashland, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.On the first day of May in Ashland, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Ashland is 8.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ashland is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May in Ashland?
How much does it rain in Ashland in May?
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How many hours of daylight does Ashland have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Ashland?
How many hours of sunshine does Ashland have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Ashland?
Average temperature in May
Ashland, MA
- Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in May
Ashland, MA
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Ashland, MA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Ashland, MA
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Ashland, MA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in May
Ashland, MA
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ashland, MA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ashland, MA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ashland, MA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ashland, MA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).
Average UV index in May
Ashland, MA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Ashland, MA
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Ashland, MA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, August and September (5mi).
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