May weather forecast
Vineyard Haven, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Vineyard Haven, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

May introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Vineyard Haven experiences an average nighttime temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) in May, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Vineyard Haven are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In May, in Vineyard Haven, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout May, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.3 rainfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vineyard Haven, snow does not fall in April through November.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature in Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts, is 50.9°F (10.5°C).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 50.9°F (10.5°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

In Vineyard Haven, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Vineyard Haven, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Vineyard Haven?

The high-temperature in Vineyard Haven during May is 56.3°F (13.5°C) and the low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Vineyard Haven?

The months with the highest humidity in Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts, are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in May in Vineyard Haven?

The average relative humidity in May in Vineyard Haven is 83%.

How much does it rain in Vineyard Haven in May?

In Vineyard Haven, in May, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Vineyard Haven?

In Vineyard Haven, snow does not fall in April through November.

How cold is the water in May in Vineyard Haven?

In Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts, the average seawater temperature in May is 50.9°F (10.5°C). Swimming in 50.9°F (10.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Vineyard Haven?

In May, the average day length in Vineyard Haven is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Vineyard Haven?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Vineyard Haven?

In Vineyard Haven, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Vineyard Haven?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Vineyard Haven is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average temperature in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average pressure in May - Vineyard Haven, 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
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average wind speed in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average humidity in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average rainfall in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and November (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average snowfall in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 50.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (37.9°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (18.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average UV index in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Vineyard Haven, MA

Average visibility in May - Vineyard Haven, 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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