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 shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in April to a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C).Humidity
The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Canaan, New Hampshire, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Canaan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Canaan aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Canaan, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.7 days and aggregates up to 43.78" (1112mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Canaan in May?
What is the least humid month?
What is the average humidity in May?
How many days does it rain in May?
What is the last month it snows?
How many hours of daylight does Canaan have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in May in Canaan?
Average temperature in May
Canaan, NH
- Average high temperature in May: 64.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 43.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Canaan, NH
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Canaan, NH
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Canaan, NH
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Canaan, NH
- Average rainfall in May: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in May
Canaan, NH
- Average rainfall days in May: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Canaan, NH
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Canaan, NH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Canaan, NH
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Canaan, NH
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Canaan, NH
- 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Canaan, NH
- Average cloud cover in May: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Canaan, NH
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and September (4mi).
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