May weather forecast
Marblehead, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Marblehead, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C). In Marblehead, an average nighttime temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Marblehead, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Marblehead, Massachusetts, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature in Marblehead, Massachusetts, is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 48°F (8.9°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.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Marblehead is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Marblehead is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Marblehead?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Marblehead?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Marblehead?

In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Marblehead?

May through September are months without snowfall in Marblehead, Massachusetts.

Does it snow in Marblehead in May?

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

What is the water temperature in May in Marblehead?

In Marblehead, Massachusetts, in May, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). Swimming in 48°F (8.9°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.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Marblehead?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Marblehead, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Marblehead?

In Marblehead, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Marblehead?

In Marblehead, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Marblehead, MA

Average temperature in May - Marblehead, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Marblehead, MA

Average pressure in May - Marblehead, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Marblehead, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Marblehead, MA

Average humidity in May - Marblehead, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Marblehead, MA

Average rainfall in May - Marblehead, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in May
Marblehead, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Marblehead, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Marblehead, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Marblehead, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Marblehead, 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
Marblehead, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Marblehead, MA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 48°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (66.4°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
Marblehead, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Marblehead, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Marblehead, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Marblehead, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Marblehead, MA

Average UV index in May - Marblehead, 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
Marblehead, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Marblehead, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

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
Marblehead, MA

Average visibility in May - Marblehead, 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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