May weather forecast
Hingham, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hingham, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in April to a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C). Hingham's temperature drops to an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Hingham, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hingham, in May, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Hingham.

Ocean temperature

In Hingham, Massachusetts, in May, the average water temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).
Note: It is risky to swim in 49.1°F (9.5°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Hingham, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hingham in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Hingham, is 63.9°F (17.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Hingham?

The average relative humidity in May in Hingham, Massachusetts, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Hingham?

In May, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout May, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hingham?

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

Does it snow in Hingham in May?

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

What is the water temperature in May in Hingham?

In Hingham, in May, the average water temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). 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.

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

In Hingham, Massachusetts, the average day length in May is 14h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hingham?

On the first day of May in Hingham, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hingham?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Hingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hingham is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hingham, MA

Average temperature in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°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 (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Hingham, MA

Average pressure in May - Hingham, 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
Hingham, MA

Average wind speed in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Hingham, MA

Average humidity in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hingham, MA

Average rainfall in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Hingham, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Hingham, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Hingham, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Hingham, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Hingham, 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
Hingham, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hingham, 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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hingham, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Hingham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hingham, MA

Average UV index in May - Hingham, 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
Hingham, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Hingham, MA

Average visibility in May - Hingham, 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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