May weather forecastAthol, MA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Athol, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.6°F (8.1°C) and max 66.7°F (19.3°C).Temperature
The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). In May, Athol's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 46.6°F (8.1°C) during the night.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Athol, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145 rainfall days, and 28.03" (712mm) 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, Athol aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.1 snowfall days, and 25.75" (654mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Athol, MA
- Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Athol, MA
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Athol, MA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Athol, MA
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Athol, MA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Athol, MA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Athol, MA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Athol, MA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Athol, MA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Athol, MA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).
Average UV index in May
Athol, MA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Athol, MA
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Athol, MA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
