May weather forecast
Kensington, CT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kensington, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.5°F (9.7°C) and an average high of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

Kensington's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). Kensington's temperature drops to an average low of 49.5°F (9.7°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kensington, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kensington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kensington are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Kensington aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Kensington, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Kensington is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May in Kensington, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Kensington, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Kensington?

Kensington in May has an average high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kensington?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Kensington?

In Kensington, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Kensington?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Kensington?

In Kensington, Connecticut, the average day length in May is 14h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Kensington?

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 5:19 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kensington have in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Kensington?

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

Average temperature in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average pressure in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average wind speed in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average humidity in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average rainfall in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average snowfall in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average snowfall days in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kensington, 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 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
Kensington, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average UV index in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average visibility in May - Kensington, 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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