May weather forecast
North Adams, MA

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in North Adams, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature increases from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in April to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). In May, the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In North Adams, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in North Adams, Massachusetts, there are 167.1 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in North Adams. May is the last month it regularly snows in North Adams. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, North Adams aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In North Adams, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.1 days and aggregates up to 39.09" (993mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in North Adams, Massachusetts, is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May in North Adams, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in May interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in North Adams?

In North Adams, Massachusetts, in May, the average high-temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in North Adams?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in North Adams?

In North Adams, Massachusetts, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in North Adams?

May is the last month it regularly snows in North Adams. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, North Adams aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in North Adams?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in North Adams?

On the first day of May in North Adams, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in North Adams?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in North Adams?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in North Adams is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
North Adams, MA

Average temperature in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
North Adams, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
North Adams, MA

Average wind speed in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
North Adams, MA

Average humidity in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
North Adams, MA

Average rainfall in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").

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Average rainfall days in May
North Adams, MA

Average rainfall days in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
North Adams, MA

Average snowfall in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
North Adams, MA

Average snowfall days in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 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
North Adams, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 39min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 16min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
North Adams, MA

Average sunshine days in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

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Average UV index in May
North Adams, MA

Average UV index in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
North Adams, MA

Average cloud cover in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in May
North Adams, MA

Average visibility in May - North Adams, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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