May weather forecast
Northfield, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Northfield, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.9°F (19.4°C) and an average low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

May sees a temperature increase, moving from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in April to a refreshing 66.9°F (19.4°C). Throughout May, Northfield anticipates an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Northfield, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Northfield are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Northfield aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Northfield, Massachusetts, there are 43.8 snowfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Northfield, Massachusetts, is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Northfield is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Northfield in May?

In Northfield, 66.9°F (19.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 46°F (7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Northfield?

In May, the average relative humidity in Northfield is 74%.

How much does it rain in Northfield in May?

In Northfield, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Northfield?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Northfield aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Northfield?

In Northfield, the average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Northfield?

On the first day of May in Northfield, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Northfield is 8.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Northfield?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Northfield, Massachusetts.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Northfield?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Northfield, Massachusetts, 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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Average temperature in May
Northfield, MA

Average temperature in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Northfield, MA

Average pressure in May - Northfield, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Northfield, MA

Average wind speed in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Northfield, MA

Average humidity in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Northfield, MA

Average rainfall in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Northfield, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Northfield, MA

Average snowfall in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Northfield, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Northfield, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Northfield, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Northfield, MA

Average UV index in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Northfield, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Northfield, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Northfield, MA

Average visibility in May - Northfield, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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