May weather forecast
Cornwall, CT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cornwall, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.7°F (8.7°C) and max 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). An average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during May.

Humidity

In Cornwall, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Cornwall, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Cornwall, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 33.86" (860mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cornwall aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cornwall, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In Cornwall, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cornwall, is 67.5°F (19.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Cornwall is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cornwall, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cornwall aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cornwall have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cornwall?

In Cornwall, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Cornwall, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cornwall, CT

Average temperature in May - Cornwall, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Cornwall, CT

Average pressure in May - Cornwall, 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
Cornwall, CT

Average wind speed in May - Cornwall, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Cornwall, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Cornwall, CT

Average rainfall in May - Cornwall, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Cornwall, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Cornwall, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cornwall, CT

Average snowfall in May - Cornwall, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cornwall, CT

Average snowfall days in May - Cornwall, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cornwall, CT
  • 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cornwall, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Cornwall, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Cornwall, CT

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cornwall, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Cornwall, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Cornwall, CT

Average visibility in May - Cornwall, CT
  • 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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