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 sea temperature 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
With the transition into May, New Shoreham experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). New Shoreham nights in May witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).Humidity
In New Shoreham, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.Rainfall
In New Shoreham, Rhode Island, in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Shoreham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.9 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 50°F (10°C).Note: Swimming in 50°F (10°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for New Shoreham in May?
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How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average high temperature in May: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
New Shoreham, RI
- Average wind speed in May: 12.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7mph).
Average humidity in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average rainfall in May: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average sea temperature in May: 50°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (39°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.3 days).
Average UV index in May
New Shoreham, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
New Shoreham, RI
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
New Shoreham, 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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