May weather forecast
Peabody, MA

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Weather in May

May brings warmer days to Peabody as it transitions into the initial stages of summer. Notable for average temperature highs of 64.2°F (17.9°C), the environment radiates a pleasant warmth. With an average of 14.6 hours of daylight, the longer days impart extra time for outdoor activities. The city's flora is in full bloom, amplifying the verdant serenity. Aside from the occasional showers that the city encounters, the weather remains uniformly dry and warm, perfectly setting the stage for the upcoming summer.

Temperature

Peabody in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). During May, Peabody records an average temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Peabody is 74%.

Rainfall

In Peabody, in May, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Peabody, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.9 days and collects up to 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of May, in Peabody, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Peabody?

The high-temperature, in May, in Peabody, records 64.2°F (17.9°C), while the low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Peabody?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Peabody?

In May, in Peabody, Massachusetts, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout May, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Peabody?

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

Does it snow in Peabody in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Peabody have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Peabody?

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 Peabody, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Peabody?

The average sunshine duration in May in Peabody, Massachusetts, is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Peabody?

In Peabody, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Peabody, MA

Average temperature in May - Peabody, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Peabody, MA

Average pressure in May - Peabody, 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
Peabody, MA

Average wind speed in May - Peabody, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Peabody, MA

Average humidity in May - Peabody, 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
Peabody, MA

Average rainfall in May - Peabody, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

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
Peabody, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Peabody, 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 (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Peabody, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Peabody, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Peabody, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Peabody, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Peabody, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Peabody, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Peabody, MA

Average UV index in May - Peabody, 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
Peabody, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Peabody, 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 31).

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Average visibility in May
Peabody, MA

Average visibility in May - Peabody, 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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