May weather forecast
Hamden, CT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Hamden, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and an average high of 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). Hamden, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hamden, Connecticut, in May, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hamden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.2 days and collects up to 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hamden are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Hamden. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Hamden aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Hamden, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hamden, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hamden is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hamden in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Hamden?

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

How much does it rain in Hamden in May?

In Hamden, Connecticut, in May, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Hamden?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Hamden aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hamden have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hamden?

On the first day of May in Hamden, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hamden?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Hamden?

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

Average temperature in May - Hamden, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Hamden, CT

Average pressure in May - Hamden, 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
Hamden, CT

Average wind speed in May - Hamden, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Hamden, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Hamden, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Hamden, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Hamden, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hamden, CT

Average snowfall in May - Hamden, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hamden, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hamden, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hamden, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Hamden, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Hamden, CT

Average UV index in May - Hamden, 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
Hamden, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Hamden, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Hamden, CT

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

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

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