May weather forecast
Somerset, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Somerset, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

May marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Somerset, in May, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Somerset. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Somerset aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Somerset, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Somerset is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Somerset, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Somerset in May?

In Somerset, 64°F (17.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.7°F (10.4°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Somerset?

The average relative humidity in May in Somerset, Massachusetts, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Somerset in May?

In May, in Somerset, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout May, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Somerset?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Somerset aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

In Somerset, Massachusetts, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Somerset?

On the first day of May in Somerset, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Somerset have in May?

In Somerset, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Somerset?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Somerset is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Somerset, MA

Average temperature in May - Somerset, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Somerset, MA

Average pressure in May - Somerset, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Somerset, MA

Average wind speed in May - Somerset, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Somerset, MA

Average humidity in May - Somerset, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Somerset, MA

Average rainfall in May - Somerset, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in May
Somerset, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Somerset, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Somerset, MA

Average snowfall in May - Somerset, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Somerset, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Somerset, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Somerset, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Somerset, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Somerset, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Somerset, MA

Average UV index in May - Somerset, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Somerset, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Somerset, MA

Average visibility in May - Somerset, 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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