Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
North Adams sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in April to a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C). North Adams throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In North Adams, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.1 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, North Adams aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.1 snowfall days, and 39.09" (993mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In North Adams, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In North Adams, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May?
What is the average humidity in May in North Adams?
How many days does it rain in May?
What is the last month it snows?
What is the average length of the day in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May?
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Adams, MA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).