May weather forecast
Woods Hole, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average low of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Woods Hole's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C). The temperature in Woods Hole during May experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 51.3°F (10.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In May, in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout May, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Woods Hole, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70 days and collects up to 5.39" (137mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Woods Hole, in May, the average water temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 50.4°F (10.2°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In Woods Hole, 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

In May, the average sunshine in Woods Hole is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Woods Hole is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Woods Hole?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Woods Hole, is 57°F (13.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Woods Hole?

In Woods Hole, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How many days does it rain in May in Woods Hole?

In May, in Woods Hole, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout May, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Woods Hole?

In Woods Hole, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the water temperature in May in Woods Hole?

In Woods Hole, the average seawater temperature in May is 50.4°F (10.2°C). Swimming in 50.4°F (10.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Woods Hole have in May?

In May, the average day length in Woods Hole is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Woods Hole?

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 many hours of sunshine does Woods Hole have in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Woods Hole?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Woods Hole is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average temperature in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average pressure in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and 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
Woods Hole, MA

Average wind speed in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average humidity in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average rainfall in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.71").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average snowfall in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (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
Woods Hole, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Woods Hole, MA

Average sea temperature in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 50.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Woods Hole, 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 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average UV index in May - Woods Hole, 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
Woods Hole, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Woods Hole, MA

Average visibility in May - Woods Hole, 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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