May weather forecastBarrington, RI
May
Weather in May
May sees an array of warm days in Barrington with delightful spring weather taking the center stage. The noticeable increase in temperatures, up to 65.8°F (18.8°C), is accompanied by an influx of more sunshine hours. A shift in local flora and fauna, in sync with the benign weather, brings new life to the city. However, residents do carry an umbrella as rain is prevalent during May. The warmer days accompanied by occasional rainfall provide a wonderful opportunity for farming and other outdoor activities.Temperature
As Barrington transitions into May, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in April to a still refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). In Barrington, the May nights cool down to an average low of 50°F (10°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Barrington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Barrington. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Barrington aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Barrington, there are 22 snowfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Barrington, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Barrington, RI
- Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Barrington, RI
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Barrington, RI
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Barrington, RI
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Barrington, RI
- Average rainfall in May: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in May
Barrington, RI
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Barrington, RI
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Barrington, RI
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Barrington, RI
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Barrington, RI
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Barrington, RI
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Barrington, RI
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Barrington, RI
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
