May weather forecast
East Boston, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in East Boston, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and an average low of 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). East Boston observes an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C) during May.

Humidity

In East Boston, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In East Boston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East Boston are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, East Boston aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In East Boston, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 15.75" (400mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Boston, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in East Boston is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in East Boston is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in East Boston in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in East Boston, is 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May in East Boston?

In May, the average relative humidity in East Boston is 72%.

How much does it rain in East Boston in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in East Boston?

May is the last month it regularly snows in East Boston, Massachusetts. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, East Boston aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in East Boston?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in East Boston?

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 5:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in East Boston?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in East Boston?

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

Average temperature in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
East Boston, MA

Average pressure in May - East Boston, 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
East Boston, MA

Average wind speed in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
East Boston, MA

Average humidity in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
East Boston, MA

Average rainfall in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in May
East Boston, MA

Average rainfall days in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
East Boston, MA

Average snowfall in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

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
East Boston, MA

Average snowfall days in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.6 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
East Boston, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Boston, 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
East Boston, MA

Average sunshine days in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

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Average UV index in May
East Boston, MA

Average UV index in May - East Boston, 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
East Boston, MA

Average cloud cover in May - East Boston, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
East Boston, MA

Average visibility in May - East Boston, 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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