May weather forecast
Pocasset, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Pocasset, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average high of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Pocasset experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in April to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C). Consistently, Pocasset reports average nighttime temperatures of 51.3°F (10.7°C) during May, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Pocasset, Massachusetts, are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Pocasset, in May, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pocasset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Pocasset.

Ocean temperature

In Pocasset, in May, the average water temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).
Note: At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Pocasset is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Pocasset, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Pocasset?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pocasset are 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Pocasset?

The months with the highest humidity are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in May in Pocasset?

In May, the average relative humidity in Pocasset, Massachusetts, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Pocasset in May?

In May, in Pocasset, Massachusetts, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Pocasset?

In Pocasset, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Pocasset in May?

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

What is the water temperature in May in Pocasset?

In Pocasset, in May, the average water temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C). Swimming in 50.4°F (10.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Pocasset?

The average day length in May in Pocasset, Massachusetts, is 14h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Pocasset?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pocasset have in May?

In Pocasset, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Pocasset?

In Pocasset, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Pocasset, MA

Average temperature in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Pocasset, MA

Average pressure in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Pocasset, MA

Average wind speed in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Pocasset, MA

Average humidity in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Pocasset, MA

Average rainfall in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Pocasset, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Pocasset, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Pocasset, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Pocasset, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 50.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pocasset, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Pocasset, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

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Average UV index in May
Pocasset, MA

Average UV index in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Pocasset, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Pocasset, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Pocasset, MA

Average visibility in May - Pocasset, 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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