May weather forecast
Leicester, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Leicester, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and an average high of 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

Leicester in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C). During May, Leicester consistently records a temperature low averaging a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Leicester, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.1 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Leicester are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Leicester aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Leicester, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Leicester is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In Leicester, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Leicester in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Leicester, is 66.9°F (19.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Leicester?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Leicester?

In Leicester, Massachusetts, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Leicester?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Leicester. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Leicester aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Leicester?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Leicester?

In Leicester, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Leicester?

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

Average temperature in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Leicester, MA

Average pressure in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Leicester, MA

Average wind speed in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Leicester, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Leicester, MA

Average rainfall in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
Leicester, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Leicester, MA

Average snowfall in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Leicester, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Leicester, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Leicester, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Leicester, MA

Average UV index in May - Leicester, 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
Leicester, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Leicester, MA

Average visibility in May - Leicester, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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