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Southwest Harbor Weather in May

During May, Southwest Harbor experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and cooler nights around 7°C (45°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 94 mm (3.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Southwest Harbor in May

Typically, about 14 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Southwest Harbor in May

May in Southwest Harbor brings typical temperatures with highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

For Southwest Harbor itself, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Southwest Harbor Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm (3.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  

Best Places in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in May →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Southwest Harbor in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.

What To Do in Southwest Harbor in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
5/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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