May weather forecast
Nahant, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Nahant, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Nahant, in May, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.9 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Nahant, snow does not fall in May through September.

Ocean temperature

In Nahant, in May, the average water temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).
Note: Swimming in 49.1°F (9.5°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
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 Nahant, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Nahant in May?

Nahant in May has an average high-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Nahant?

In Nahant, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May in Nahant?

In Nahant, in May, during 15.4 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Nahant?

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

Does it snow in Nahant in May?

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

What is the water temperature in May in Nahant?

In Nahant, the average seawater temperature in May is 49.1°F (9.5°C). Swimming in 49.1°F (9.5°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 Nahant?

The average day length in May in Nahant is 14h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Nahant?

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 Nahant, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Nahant?

The average sunshine duration in May in Nahant is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Nahant?

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

Average temperature in May - Nahant, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°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 (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Nahant, MA

Average pressure in May - Nahant, 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
Nahant, MA

Average wind speed in May - Nahant, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Nahant, MA

Average humidity in May - Nahant, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Nahant, MA

Average rainfall in May - Nahant, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in May
Nahant, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Nahant, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Nahant, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Nahant, MA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.7 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
Nahant, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Nahant, 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
Nahant, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nahant, 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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Nahant, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Nahant, MA

Average UV index in May - Nahant, 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
Nahant, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Nahant, MA

Average visibility in May - Nahant, 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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