May weather forecast
Ipswich, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ipswich, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

Ipswich's transition into May brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in April to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). May nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ipswich is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ipswich, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ipswich, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.7 days and collects up to 9.69" (246mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Ipswich.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May in Ipswich, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ipswich is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Ipswich?

The high-temperature, in May, in Ipswich, records 59.7°F (15.4°C), while the low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ipswich?

In Ipswich, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Ipswich?

In May, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout May, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Ipswich?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Ipswich in May?

In May, in Ipswich, 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 Ipswich?

In Ipswich, Massachusetts, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ipswich?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ipswich, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ipswich have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Ipswich is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ipswich?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ipswich is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ipswich, MA

Average temperature in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°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 (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ipswich, MA

Average pressure in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Ipswich, MA

Average wind speed in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Ipswich, MA

Average humidity in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Ipswich, MA

Average rainfall in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ipswich, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ipswich, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ipswich, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Ipswich, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ipswich, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ipswich, MA

Average UV index in May - Ipswich, 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
Ipswich, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Ipswich, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Ipswich, MA

Average visibility in May - Ipswich, 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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