May weather forecast
New Bedford, MA

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Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts
Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in New Bedford, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.7°F (10.4°C) and max 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

In New Bedford, the average high-temperature in May increases from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). In May, the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in New Bedford is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.2 rainfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in New Bedford.

Ocean temperature

In New Bedford, Massachusetts, the average seawater temperature in May is 50.4°F (10.2°C).
Note: Swimming in 50.4°F (10.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in New Bedford?

In May, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, the average high-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in New Bedford?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in New Bedford in May?

In New Bedford, in May, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in New Bedford in May?

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

How cold is the water in May in New Bedford?

In May, the average ocean temperature in New Bedford is 50.4°F (10.2°C). Swimming in 50.4°F (10.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does New Bedford have in May?

The average day length in May in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 14h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in New Bedford?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in New Bedford?

In May, the average sunshine duration in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in New Bedford?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in New Bedford is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Apr
May
Jun
Average high temperature
53.2°F 11.8°C
62.4°F 16.9°C
70.7°F 21.5°C
Average low temperature
41.9°F 5.5°C
50.7°F 10.4°C
58.1°F 14.5°C
Average pressure
29.98" 761mmHg
30.01" 762mmHg
29.93" 760mmHg
Average wind speed
10.7mph 17.2km/h
9.4mph 15.1km/h
8.7mph 14km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.5mph 18.5km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
Average wind speed gusts
17.1mph 27.5km/h
15.1mph 24.3km/h
14.1mph 22.7km/h
Average humidity
74%
78%
80%
Average rainfall
1.57" 40mm
1.5" 38mm
1.5" 38mm
Average rainfall days
13
13.3
13.2
Average snowfall
0.31" 8mm
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
0.7
0.2
0
Average sea temperature
44°F 6.7°C
50.4°F 10.2°C
58.6°F 14.8°C
Average daylight
13h 2min
14h 3min
15h 1min
Average sunshine
8h 2min
8h 3min
9h 2min
Average sunshine days
14.4
15.6
15.3
Average UV index
3
5
6
Average cloud cover
46%
44%
38%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in May
New Bedford, MA

Average temperature in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
New Bedford, MA

Average pressure in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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).

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Average wind speed in May
New Bedford, MA

Average wind speed in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in May
New Bedford, MA

Average humidity in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in May
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall days in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall days in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
New Bedford, MA

Average sea temperature in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 50.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New Bedford, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Bedford, MA
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
New Bedford, MA

Average sunshine days in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
New Bedford, MA

Average UV index in May - New Bedford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
New Bedford, MA

Average cloud cover in May - New Bedford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
New Bedford, MA

Average visibility in May - New Bedford, MA
  • 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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