May weather forecast
Strafford, NH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Strafford, New Hampshire, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.3°F (18.5°C) and min 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Throughout May, Strafford experiences a low-temperature average of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In Strafford, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, in Strafford, New Hampshire, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.2 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Strafford. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Strafford aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Strafford, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.5 days and aggregates up to 32.6" (828mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Strafford, New Hampshire, is 8.3h.

UV index

In Strafford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Strafford?

The high-temperature during May is 65.3°F (18.5°C) and the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Strafford?

In Strafford, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Strafford?

In Strafford, New Hampshire, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Strafford?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Strafford. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Strafford aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

In Strafford, New Hampshire, the average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Strafford?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Strafford, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Strafford have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Strafford, New Hampshire, is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Strafford?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Strafford is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Strafford, NH

Average temperature in May - Strafford, NH
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Strafford, NH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Strafford, NH

Average wind speed in May - Strafford, NH
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Strafford, NH

Average humidity in May - Strafford, NH
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Strafford, NH

Average rainfall in May - Strafford, NH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in May
Strafford, NH

Average rainfall days in May - Strafford, NH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Strafford, NH

Average snowfall in May - Strafford, NH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Strafford, NH

Average snowfall days in May - Strafford, NH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Strafford, NH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Strafford, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Strafford, NH

Average sunshine days in May - Strafford, NH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Strafford, NH

Average UV index in May - Strafford, 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
Strafford, NH

Average cloud cover in May - Strafford, NH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Strafford, NH

Average visibility in May - Strafford, 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).

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