May weather forecast
Ellington, CT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Ellington, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average high of 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). Ellington's average low-temperature in the month of May is recorded at a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ellington is 75%.

Rainfall

The wettest months in Ellington are May through July, with an average 1.1" (28mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Ellington. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Ellington aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Ellington, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.1 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Ellington is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Ellington, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ellington is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Ellington?

May temperatures in Ellington vary between a high-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and a low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ellington?

The average relative humidity in May in Ellington is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Ellington?

The wettest months in Ellington, Connecticut, are May through July, with an average 1.1" (28mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Ellington in May?

In Ellington, Connecticut, in May, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Ellington?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Ellington aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ellington have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Ellington?

On the first day of May in Ellington, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellington have in May?

In Ellington, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Ellington?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ellington is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ellington, CT

Average temperature in May - Ellington, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Ellington, CT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ellington, CT

Average wind speed in May - Ellington, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

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
Ellington, CT

Average humidity in May - Ellington, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Ellington, CT

Average rainfall in May - Ellington, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June and July (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Ellington, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Ellington, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ellington, CT

Average snowfall in May - Ellington, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ellington, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ellington, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ellington, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Ellington, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Ellington, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Ellington, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Ellington, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Ellington, CT

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

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

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