May weather forecast
Reading, MA

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with 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). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) in Reading.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Reading, Massachusetts, is 72%.

Rainfall

In May, in Reading, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout May, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.8 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May in Reading, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:38 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 Reading, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In Reading, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Reading?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Reading during May are 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Reading?

In May, the average relative humidity in Reading, Massachusetts, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May in Reading?

In May, in Reading, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout May, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Reading?

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

How many hours of daylight does Reading have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Reading?

On the first day of May in Reading, sunrise is at 5:38 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.

How long on average sun shines in May in Reading?

The average sunshine duration in May in Reading is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Reading?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Reading is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Reading, MA

Average temperature in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average pressure in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average wind speed in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average humidity in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average rainfall in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average rainfall days in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average snowfall in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average snowfall days in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average sunshine days in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average UV index in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average cloud cover in May - 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
Reading, MA

Average visibility in May - 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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