Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Rhode Island sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in April to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). During May, the nighttime temperature in Rhode Island averages of 45.3°F (7.4°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Rhode Island are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Rhode Island. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Rhode Island are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Rhode Island aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Rhode Island, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.9 days and aggregates up to 44.8" (1138mm) of snow.Daylight
In Rhode Island, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Rhode Island, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Rhode Island?
What are the least humid months in Rhode Island?
What is the average humidity in May in Rhode Island?
What is the wettest month in Rhode Island?
How much does it rain in Rhode Island in May?
What is the last month it snows in Rhode Island?
How many hours of daylight does Rhode Island have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rhode Island?
How long on average sun shines in May in Rhode Island?
What is the UV index reading in May in Rhode Island?
Average temperature in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").
Average rainfall days in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rhode Island, NY
- 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Rhode Island, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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