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's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). During the nights in May, New Bedford experiences a consistent average temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in New Bedford is 78%.Rainfall
In New Bedford, in May, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in New Bedford.Ocean temperature
In New Bedford, the average seawater temperature in May is 50.4°F (10.2°C).Note: Dipping in 50.4°F (10.2°C) at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in New Bedford is 14h and 33min.On the first day of May in New Bedford, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in New Bedford is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for New Bedford in May?
What is the average humidity in May in New Bedford?
How much does it rain in New Bedford in May?
When it does not snow in New Bedford?
Does it snow in New Bedford in May?
How cold is the water in May in New Bedford?
How many hours of daylight does New Bedford have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in New Bedford?
How many hours of sunshine does New Bedford have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in New Bedford?
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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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