May weather forecast
North Reading, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in North Reading, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in April to a still refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). During May, North Reading consistently records a temperature low averaging a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In North Reading, during May, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, North Reading aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In North Reading, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in North Reading is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In North Reading, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in North Reading?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in North Reading are 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in North Reading?

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

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

In North Reading, in May, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in North Reading?

May is the last month it regularly snows in North Reading. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, North Reading aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

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

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

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Reading, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Reading have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

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

In North Reading, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
North Reading, MA

Average temperature in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
North Reading, MA

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

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Average wind speed in May
North Reading, MA

Average wind speed in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
North Reading, MA

Average humidity in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
North Reading, MA

Average rainfall in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in May
North Reading, MA

Average rainfall days in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
North Reading, MA

Average snowfall in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
North Reading, MA

Average snowfall days in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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 Reading, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Reading, 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 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
North Reading, MA

Average sunshine days in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
North Reading, MA

Average UV index in May - North Reading, 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
North Reading, MA

Average cloud cover in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
North Reading, MA

Average visibility in May - North Reading, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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