Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Fairhaven records an average nighttime low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) throughout May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Fairhaven is 78%.Rainfall
In Fairhaven, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.2 rainfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Fairhaven, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).Note: If planning to swim in 50.4°F (10.2°C) under 50°F (10°C), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 55.4°F (13°C) is not much warmer.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Fairhaven is 14h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, in Fairhaven, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Fairhaven, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.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 the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in May in Fairhaven?
Average temperature in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Fairhaven, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).
Average humidity in May
Fairhaven, 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, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average sea temperature in May: 50.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Fairhaven, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Fairhaven, MA
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Fairhaven, 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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