May weather forecast
Bethel, CT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bethel, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Throughout May, Bethel witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, Connecticut, in May, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Bethel, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bethel, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and a low-temperature of 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bethel?

In May, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Bethel, Connecticut, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethel have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Bethel, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bethel, CT

Average temperature in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Bethel, CT

Average pressure in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bethel, CT

Average wind speed in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Bethel, CT

Average humidity in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Bethel, CT

Average rainfall in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Bethel, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bethel, CT

Average snowfall in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bethel, CT

Average snowfall days in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bethel, CT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bethel, CT
  • 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bethel, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Bethel, CT

Average UV index in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Bethel, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Bethel, CT

Average visibility in May - Bethel, CT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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