May weather forecast
Central Falls, RI

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Weather in May

As the gateway to summer, May brings mostly mild weather conditions to Central Falls. Laden with blossoming flowers and burgeoning trees, this month is viewed as one of the loveliest by locals. This month clocks in longer daylight hours at 14.6h, only surpassed by a few summer months. With warm temperatures fostering a healthy growth of flora, residents revel in hiking, picnicking or merely strolling through the green expanse. City-wide spring activities dominate the calendar as insects and birdsong fill the air, underlining the lively mood of May.

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During May, Central Falls records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Central Falls, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Central Falls, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Central Falls. May is the last month it regularly snows in Central Falls. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Central Falls aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Central Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Central Falls, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Central Falls is 8.5h.

UV index

In Central Falls, 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Central Falls?

In Central Falls, in May, the average high-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Central Falls?

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

How much does it rain in Central Falls in May?

In Central Falls, in May, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Central Falls?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Central Falls aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Central Falls?

In Central Falls, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Central Falls?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Central Falls have in May?

In Central Falls, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Central Falls?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Central Falls, RI

Average temperature in May - Central Falls, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Central Falls, RI

Average pressure in May - Central Falls, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Central Falls, RI

Average wind speed in May - Central Falls, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Central Falls, RI

Average humidity in May - Central Falls, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Central Falls, RI

Average rainfall in May - Central Falls, 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Central Falls, RI

Average rainfall days in May - Central Falls, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Central Falls, RI

Average snowfall in May - Central Falls, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Central Falls, RI

Average snowfall days in May - Central Falls, 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Central Falls, RI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Central Falls, RI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Central Falls, RI

Average sunshine days in May - Central Falls, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Central Falls, RI

Average UV index in May - Central Falls, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Central Falls, RI

Average cloud cover in May - Central Falls, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Central Falls, RI

Average visibility in May - Central Falls, 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).

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