May weather forecast
Belmont, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Belmont, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.6°F (9.8°C) and max 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Belmont cools down to an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Belmont is 72%.

Rainfall

In Belmont, Massachusetts, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Belmont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.8 days and collects up to 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Belmont, Massachusetts, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Belmont. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Belmont aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Belmont, Massachusetts, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Belmont is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May in Belmont, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Belmont, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Belmont is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Belmont in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Belmont, is 66.7°F (19.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Belmont?

In Belmont, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May in Belmont?

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Belmont?

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

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Belmont?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Belmont?

In Belmont, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Belmont?

In Belmont, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Belmont, MA

Average temperature in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Belmont, MA

Average pressure in May - Belmont, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Belmont, MA

Average wind speed in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Belmont, MA

Average humidity in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Belmont, MA

Average rainfall in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in May
Belmont, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Belmont, MA

Average snowfall in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Belmont, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Belmont, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Belmont, 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 6min).

  • 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 February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Belmont, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Belmont, MA

Average UV index in May - Belmont, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Belmont, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Belmont, MA

Average visibility in May - Belmont, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).

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