May weather forecast
Westminster, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Westminster, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

As Westminster transitions into May, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). During the month of May, Westminster anticipates a mean low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Westminster, in May, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Westminster, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Westminster aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Westminster, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 13.27" (337mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Westminster, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Westminster, is 66.2°F (19°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Westminster, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Westminster, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Westminster aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westminster have in May?

In Westminster, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Westminster, MA

Average pressure in May - Westminster, 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
Westminster, MA

Average wind speed in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Westminster, MA

Average humidity in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Westminster, MA

Average rainfall in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Westminster, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Westminster, MA

Average snowfall in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Westminster, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Westminster, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Westminster, MA

Average UV index in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Westminster, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Westminster, MA

Average visibility in May - Westminster, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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