May weather forecast
Penacook, NH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Penacook, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 65.7°F (18.7°C).

Temperature

As Penacook, New Hampshire, enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) of April to a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C). Penacook throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Penacook, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Penacook, there are 138.6 rainfall days, and 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Penacook, New Hampshire. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Penacook aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.2 snowfall days, and 30.71" (780mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Penacook, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Penacook, New Hampshire, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Penacook in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Penacook during May are 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Penacook?

The average relative humidity in May in Penacook is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Penacook?

In May, in Penacook, New Hampshire, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout May, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Penacook?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Penacook, New Hampshire. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Penacook aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Penacook?

The average day length in May in Penacook is 14h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Penacook?

On the first day of May in Penacook, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Penacook have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Penacook is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Penacook?

In Penacook, New Hampshire, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Penacook, NH

Average temperature in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Penacook, NH

Average pressure in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Penacook, NH

Average wind speed in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Penacook, NH

Average humidity in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Penacook, NH

Average rainfall in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in May
Penacook, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Penacook, NH

Average snowfall in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Penacook, NH

Average snowfall days in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Penacook, NH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Penacook, NH
  • 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Penacook, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Penacook, NH

Average UV index in May - Penacook, NH
  • 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Penacook, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Penacook, NH

Average visibility in May - Penacook, NH
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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