May weather forecast
Athol, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Athol, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Athol, Massachusetts, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Athol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Athol. May is the last month it regularly snows in Athol. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Athol aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Athol, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.1 days and aggregates up to 25.75" (654mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, in Athol, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Athol, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Athol in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Athol, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Athol?

The average relative humidity in May in Athol, Massachusetts, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Athol?

In Athol, Massachusetts, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Athol?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Athol aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Athol have in May?

The average day length in May in Athol, Massachusetts, is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Athol?

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Athol have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Athol, Massachusetts, is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Athol?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Athol, MA

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).

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Average pressure in May
Athol, MA

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).

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Average wind speed in May
Athol, MA

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).

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Average humidity in May
Athol, MA

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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Athol, MA

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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Athol, MA

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).

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Average snowfall in May
Athol, MA

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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Athol, MA

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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Athol, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Athol, MA
  • 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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Athol, MA

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).

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Average UV index in May
Athol, MA

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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Athol, MA

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).

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Average visibility in May
Athol, MA

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).

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