May weather - Spring 2024

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

Boats docked in the beautiful harbor in Camden, Maine

Weather in May

May is recognizably different from previous months, as Camden, Maine sunshine becomes more prominent and the snowfall ceases. The transitional period between spring and summer starts setting in, and the frosty weather becomes a distant memory. Brighter, longer days along with warmer temperatures encourage everyone to participate in different outdoor activities. The greenery brought by the rain starts to bloom, making May one of the most visually appealing months to visit. Waterfront activities may still require light jackets in the evenings due to the chilly sea temperatures.

Temperature

The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in April to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). During May, the temperature in Camden tends to dip to an average of 45.1°F (7.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Camden, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In Camden, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Camden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146 days and collects up to 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Camden, snow does not fall in May through September.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 45.1°F (7.3°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Camden, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

In Camden, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Camden in May has an average high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Camden, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Camden, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the ocean temperature in May?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). Swimming in 45.1°F (7.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Camden is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

46.9°F 8.3°C

55.9°F 13.3°C

63.1°F 17.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.8mph 19km/h

9.7mph 15.6km/h

8.9mph 14.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

2.5

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.5

13.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Camden, ME

Average high temperature in May: 55.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Camden, 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
Camden, ME

Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Camden, ME

Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Camden, ME

Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Camden, ME

Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Camden, ME

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Camden, ME

Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Camden, 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
Camden, 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: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Camden, ME

Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Camden, 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
Camden, ME

Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Camden, ME

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).

May weather forecast
Camden, ME

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