May weather forecastCranston, RI
May
Weather in May
May experiences a significant jump in temperature, introducing Cranston to mild and pleasant weather conditions. As temperatures push to a comfortable high of 65.7°F (18.7°C), residents begin to truly embrace the spring season. The receding cloud cover allows for sunnier days, furthering the city's warming trend. Showers are intermittently scattered throughout the month, but the weather remains mostly warm and pleasant in May. Coupled with the almost unaltered average wind speed, the atmosphere in Cranston during this month is welcoming.Temperature
In Cranston, the average high-temperature in May rises, from a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) in April, to a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C). In Cranston, 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 5.3 days. Throughout May, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cranston, Rhode Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59.1 days and collects up to 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall in Cranston. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Cranston, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In Cranston, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Cranston, RI
- Average high temperature in May: 65.7°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 (23.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Cranston, 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
Cranston, RI
- Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Cranston, 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
Cranston, RI
- Average rainfall in May: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.12").
Average rainfall days in May
Cranston, RI
- Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Cranston, RI
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Cranston, RI
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Cranston, 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
Cranston, RI
- Average sunshine days in May: 22 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (21.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Cranston, 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
Cranston, 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
Cranston, 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).
