May weather forecast
Halifax, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Halifax, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50°F (10°C) and an average high of 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). Halifax in May experiences a low-temperature average of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

In Halifax, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Halifax, Massachusetts, during May, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Halifax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.1 days and collects up to 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Halifax.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Halifax is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Halifax, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Halifax, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Halifax, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Halifax?

During May, Halifax experiences an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and a low-temperature of 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Halifax?

In Halifax, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in Halifax in May?

In Halifax, in May, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Halifax?

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

Does it snow in Halifax in May?

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

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

In Halifax, the average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Halifax?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Halifax, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Halifax have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Halifax, Massachusetts, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Halifax?

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

Average temperature in May - Halifax, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°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 (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Halifax, MA

Average pressure in May - Halifax, 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
Halifax, MA

Average wind speed in May - Halifax, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Halifax, MA

Average humidity in May - Halifax, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Halifax, MA

Average rainfall in May - Halifax, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in May
Halifax, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Halifax, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Halifax, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Halifax, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Halifax, 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, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Halifax, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Halifax, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Halifax, MA

Average UV index in May - Halifax, 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
Halifax, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Halifax, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Halifax, MA

Average visibility in May - Halifax, 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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