May weather forecast
Hanover, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Hanover, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Hanover's nights in May experience an average temperature drop to a fresh 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout May, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hanover, Massachusetts, there are 123.1 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Hanover, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Hanover, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, in Hanover, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Hanover, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hanover in May?

May temperatures vary between a 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 Hanover?

The average relative humidity in May in Hanover is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Hanover?

In May, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout May, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hanover?

May through October are months without snowfall in Hanover.

Does it snow in Hanover in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hanover have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hanover?

In May, on the first day of the month, 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 8:12 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanover have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Hanover, Massachusetts, is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Hanover?

In Hanover, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Hanover, MA

Average temperature in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average pressure in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average wind speed in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average humidity in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average rainfall in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average snowfall in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average UV index in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Hanover, 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
Hanover, MA

Average visibility in May - Hanover, 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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