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 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
May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's cool 50°F (10°C) to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Bangor's temperature lowers to a mean of 43.3°F (6.3°C) during the nights in May.Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Bangor, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Bangor, Maine. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bangor aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Bangor, during the entire year, snow falls for 58 days and aggregates up to 34.09" (866mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Bangor is 14h and 51min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Bangor is 7.9h.UV index
In Bangor, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Bangor, ME
- Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 43.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Bangor, ME
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Bangor, ME
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Bangor, ME
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Bangor, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").
Average rainfall days in May
Bangor, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bangor, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bangor, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bangor, ME
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bangor, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Bangor, ME
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Bangor, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Bangor, ME
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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