May weather forecastPeterborough, NH
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Peterborough, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C).Temperature
Peterborough's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Peterborough experiences an average nighttime temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) in the month of May.Humidity
In Peterborough, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In Peterborough, during May, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Peterborough, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Peterborough, New Hampshire. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Peterborough aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Peterborough, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Peterborough, New Hampshire, is 14h and 40min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Peterborough is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Peterborough, NH
- Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).
Average pressure in May
Peterborough, NH
- 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
Peterborough, NH
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Peterborough, NH
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Peterborough, NH
- Average rainfall in May: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").
Average rainfall days in May
Peterborough, NH
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Peterborough, NH
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Peterborough, NH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Peterborough, NH
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Peterborough, NH
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Peterborough, NH
- 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
Peterborough, NH
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Peterborough, NH
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
