May weather forecastShirley, MA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Shirley, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C).Temperature
May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). Shirley's nights in May experience an average temperature drop to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
In Shirley, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.Rainfall
In Shirley, in May, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shirley, there are 142.2 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Shirley aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May in Shirley, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.UV index
In Shirley, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Shirley, MA
- Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Shirley, MA
- Average pressure in May: 30"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).
Average wind speed in May
Shirley, MA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Shirley, MA
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Shirley, MA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in May
Shirley, 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 February (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shirley, MA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Shirley, MA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shirley, MA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Shirley, MA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Shirley, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Shirley, MA
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Shirley, MA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
