May weather forecastNarragansett, RI
May
Weather in May
In Narragansett, May offers a significant increase in temperatures compared to those in April, paving the way for the summer season. May sees an impressively high average temperature, with the mercury soaring up to 62.1°F (16.7°C). It is the month where trees are decked out in full leaves and Narragansett's fauna starts to flourish. Variations in pressure remain relatively stable, promoting predictable and comfortable weather patterns. In the context of weather in Narragansett, May accents the arrival of warmer days and late sunsets.Temperature
The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). During May, Narragansett consistently records a temperature low averaging a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Narragansett, during May, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Narragansett, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.1 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Narragansett, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Narragansett, RI
- Average high temperature in May: 62.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Narragansett, 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
Narragansett, RI
- Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Narragansett, RI
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Narragansett, RI
- Average rainfall in May: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in May
Narragansett, RI
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Narragansett, RI
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Narragansett, RI
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Narragansett, RI
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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
Narragansett, RI
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Narragansett, 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
Narragansett, RI
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Narragansett, 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).
