May weather forecast
Duxbury, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Duxbury, is a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.3°F (15.7°C) and min 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in April to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). Duxbury experiences an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C) in month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Duxbury, Massachusetts, in May, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Duxbury, Massachusetts, there are 120.2 rainfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Duxbury.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature in Duxbury is 49.1°F (9.5°C).
Note: Swimming in 49.1°F (9.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Duxbury is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Duxbury, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Duxbury, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Duxbury is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Duxbury in May?

The high-temperature during May is 60.3°F (15.7°C) and the low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Duxbury?

In May, the average relative humidity in Duxbury, Massachusetts, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Duxbury?

In Duxbury, Massachusetts, during May, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Duxbury?

In Duxbury, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Duxbury in May?

In May, in Duxbury, Massachusetts, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the water temperature in May in Duxbury?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

The average day length in May in Duxbury is 14h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Duxbury?

On the first day of May in Duxbury, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Duxbury have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Duxbury?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Duxbury is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Duxbury, MA

Average temperature in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Duxbury, MA

Average pressure in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Duxbury, MA

Average wind speed in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Duxbury, MA

Average humidity in May - Duxbury, MA
  • 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 March and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Duxbury, MA

Average rainfall in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in May
Duxbury, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Duxbury, MA

Average snowfall in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Duxbury, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Duxbury, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 49°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Duxbury, 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 4min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Duxbury, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Duxbury, MA

Average UV index in May - Duxbury, MA
  • 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
Duxbury, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Duxbury, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Duxbury, MA

Average visibility in May - Duxbury, MA
  • 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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