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
A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Essex usually reports an average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) during the month of May.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Essex are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Essex, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Essex, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Essex. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Essex aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Essex, there are 24.2 snowfall days, and 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Essex, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In Essex, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Essex in May?
What is the most humid month in Essex?
What is the average humidity in May in Essex?
How much does it rain in Essex in May?
What is the last month it snows in Essex?
What is the average length of the day in May in Essex?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Essex?
How many hours of sunshine does Essex have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Essex?
Average temperature in May
Essex, CT
- Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Essex, 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
Essex, CT
- Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Essex, CT
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Essex, CT
- Average rainfall in May: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Essex, CT
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Essex, CT
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Essex, CT
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Essex, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Essex, CT
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Essex, 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
Essex, CT
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Essex, CT
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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