May weather forecast
West Barnstable, MA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in West Barnstable, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.9°F (10.5°C) and max 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in April to a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C). A consistent nighttime average temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) is maintained in West Barnstable during May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in West Barnstable are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In West Barnstable, in May, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.6 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In West Barnstable, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in West Barnstable is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of May, in West Barnstable, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in West Barnstable is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in West Barnstable?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Barnstable, Massachusetts, are 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in West Barnstable?

The months with the highest humidity in West Barnstable, Massachusetts, are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in May in West Barnstable?

In May, the average relative humidity in West Barnstable is 83%.

How many days does it rain in May in West Barnstable?

In West Barnstable, in May, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in West Barnstable?

In West Barnstable, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in May through November.

Does it snow in West Barnstable in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in West Barnstable?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in West Barnstable?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Barnstable, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Barnstable have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in West Barnstable, Massachusetts, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in West Barnstable?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Barnstable, Massachusetts, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average temperature in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average pressure in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average wind speed in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average humidity in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average rainfall in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average rainfall days in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average snowfall in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average snowfall days in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Barnstable, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average sunshine days in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average UV index in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
West Barnstable, MA

Average cloud cover in May - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
West Barnstable, MA

Average visibility in May - West Barnstable, 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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