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
The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C). An average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) marks the nights throughout May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Holyoke, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.6 rainfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation is accumulated.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, Holyoke aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.On the first day of May in Holyoke, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Holyoke, MA
- 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
Holyoke, MA
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Holyoke, MA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
Holyoke, Massachusetts, USA
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