May weather forecastWest Swanzey, NH
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in West Swanzey, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 66°F (18.9°C).Temperature
As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). During the nights in May, West Swanzey experiences a consistent average temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout May, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Swanzey, New Hampshire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.1 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, West Swanzey aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in West Swanzey is 14h and 40min.On the first day of May in West Swanzey, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
West Swanzey, NH
- Average high temperature in May: 66°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: 45.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).
Average pressure in May
West Swanzey, NH
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
West Swanzey, NH
- Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in May
West Swanzey, 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 (74%).
Average rainfall in May
West Swanzey, NH
- Average rainfall in May: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.75").
Average rainfall days in May
West Swanzey, NH
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
West Swanzey, NH
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
West Swanzey, NH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Swanzey, 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 24min
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).
Average sunshine days in May
West Swanzey, NH
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).
Average UV index in May
West Swanzey, 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
West Swanzey, NH
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
West Swanzey, 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).
