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
May marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 43.9°F (6.6°C) in May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Belfast, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.1 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Belfast aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Belfast, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.3 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).Note: Taking a dip in 45.1°F (7.3°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:54 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Belfast is 7.6h.UV index
In Belfast, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How many hours of sunshine does Belfast have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Belfast?
Average temperature in May
Belfast, ME
- Average high temperature in May: 59.7°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 43.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Belfast, ME
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Belfast, ME
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in May
Belfast, ME
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Belfast, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Belfast, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Belfast, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Belfast, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Belfast, ME
- Average sea temperature in May: 45.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Belfast, 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 4min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Belfast, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Belfast, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Belfast, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Belfast, ME
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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