Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Sheffield observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) during the month of May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Sheffield is 77%.Rainfall
In Sheffield, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. 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 in Sheffield. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Sheffield aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sheffield, there are 55.3 snowfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, in Sheffield, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Sheffield, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Sheffield. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Sheffield?
What is the average humidity in May in Sheffield?
How many days does it rain in May in Sheffield?
What is the last month it snows in Sheffield?
What is the average length of the day in May in Sheffield?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sheffield?
How long on average sun shines in May in Sheffield?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Sheffield?
What is the UV index reading in May in Sheffield?
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 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 2min
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).
Sheffield, Massachusetts, USA
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