May weather forecast
South Wellfleet, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in South Wellfleet, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

South Wellfleet's transition into May brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in April to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). An average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) is witnessed throughout the month of May in South Wellfleet, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In South Wellfleet, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Wellfleet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.1 days and collects up to 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in South Wellfleet.

Daylight

In South Wellfleet, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May in South Wellfleet, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in South Wellfleet, Massachusetts, is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in South Wellfleet is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in South Wellfleet?

During May, South Wellfleet experiences an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in South Wellfleet?

In South Wellfleet, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

How much does it rain in South Wellfleet in May?

In South Wellfleet, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in South Wellfleet?

May through October are months without snowfall in South Wellfleet, Massachusetts.

Does it snow in South Wellfleet in May?

In May, in South Wellfleet, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in South Wellfleet?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in South Wellfleet?

On the first day of May in South Wellfleet, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Wellfleet have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in South Wellfleet is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in South Wellfleet?

In South Wellfleet, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average temperature in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (67.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average pressure in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average wind speed in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average humidity in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average rainfall in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average rainfall days in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average snowfall in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average snowfall days in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Wellfleet, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average sunshine days in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average UV index in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
South Wellfleet, MA

Average cloud cover in May - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
South Wellfleet, MA

Average visibility in May - South Wellfleet, 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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