May weather forecastSheffield, MA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Sheffield, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).Temperature
May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). In the month of May, an average of 46.8°F (8.2°C) marks the low-temperature.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Sheffield, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Sheffield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.8 days and collects up to 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Sheffield aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.3 snowfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Sheffield, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Sheffield, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min
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 18min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Sheffield, MA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
