May weather forecast
West Roxbury, MA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Roxbury, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a still refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). During May, West Roxbury observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In West Roxbury, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In West Roxbury, during May, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In West Roxbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.9 days and collects up to 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, West Roxbury aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Roxbury, there are 18.8 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Roxbury, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Roxbury, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in West Roxbury?

During May, West Roxbury experiences an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Roxbury?

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in West Roxbury in May?

In West Roxbury, Massachusetts, during May, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in West Roxbury?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, West Roxbury aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in West Roxbury?

The average day length in May in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in West Roxbury?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in West Roxbury?

The average sunshine duration in May in West Roxbury is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in West Roxbury?

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

Average temperature in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average pressure in May - West Roxbury, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average wind speed in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average humidity in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average rainfall in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average rainfall days in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average snowfall in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average snowfall days in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Roxbury, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average sunshine days in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average UV index in May - West Roxbury, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average cloud cover in May - West Roxbury, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
West Roxbury, MA

Average visibility in May - West Roxbury, 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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