May weather forecast
Kingston, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Kingston, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in April to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). May's average low-temperature reading in Kingston settles at a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kingston, in May, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kingston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.2 days and collects up to 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

In Kingston, the average seawater temperature in May 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

In May, the average length of the day 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, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Kingston?

The high-temperature, in May, in Kingston, records 61.5°F (16.4°C), while the low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kingston?

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

How much does it rain in Kingston in May?

In May, in Kingston, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout May, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Kingston?

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

Does it snow in Kingston in May?

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

What is the water temperature in May in Kingston?

In Kingston, Massachusetts, the average seawater temperature in May is 50.4°F (10.2°C). Swimming in 50.4°F (10.2°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Kingston have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kingston?

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, in Kingston, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kingston have in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Kingston?

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

Average temperature in May - Kingston, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Kingston, MA

Average pressure in May - Kingston, 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
Kingston, MA

Average wind speed in May - Kingston, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Kingston, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kingston, MA

Average rainfall in May - Kingston, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.34"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in May
Kingston, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Kingston, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Kingston, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Kingston, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Kingston, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Kingston, 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).

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

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

Average sunshine days in May - Kingston, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kingston, MA

Average UV index in May - Kingston, 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
Kingston, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Kingston, 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 29).

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Average visibility in May
Kingston, MA

Average visibility in May - Kingston, 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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