May weather forecast
Farmington, CT

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Weather in May

May exhibits a substantial hike in the temperature department, warming up the city considerably compared to the previous months. Longer, warmer days start to manifest in Farmington, offering residents and visitors with enjoyable weather for outdoor activities. The temperature band lies from 49.5°F (9.7°C) to 68.5°F (20.3°C), and virtually no snowfall signifies the transition to summer. With the sublime weather conditions, the city starts filling with tourists. The city is laden with spring's freshness, boosting the joy of living in Farmington.

Temperature

May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). May generally records an average low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

In Farmington, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.6 rainfall days, and 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Farmington, Connecticut. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Farmington aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Farmington, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Farmington, is 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Farmington, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Farmington aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Farmington have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Farmington have in May?

In Farmington, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in May
Farmington, CT

Average temperature in May - Farmington, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Farmington, CT

Average pressure in May - Farmington, 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
Farmington, CT

Average wind speed in May - Farmington, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Farmington, CT

Average humidity in May - Farmington, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Farmington, CT

Average rainfall in May - Farmington, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Farmington, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Farmington, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Farmington, CT

Average snowfall in May - Farmington, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Farmington, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Farmington, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Farmington, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Farmington, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Farmington, CT

Average UV index in May - Farmington, 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
Farmington, CT

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

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

Average visibility in May
Farmington, CT

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

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

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