May weather forecast
New Fairfield, CT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in New Fairfield, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

New Fairfield's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). New Fairfield records a mean low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in New Fairfield, Connecticut, is 77%.

Rainfall

In New Fairfield, in May, during 17.6 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.7 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in New Fairfield. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, New Fairfield aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in New Fairfield, there are 40.1 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In New Fairfield, Connecticut, the average sunshine in May is 7.9h.

UV index

In New Fairfield, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in New Fairfield?

In New Fairfield, in May, the average high-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in New Fairfield?

In New Fairfield, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in New Fairfield in May?

In May, in New Fairfield, Connecticut, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in New Fairfield?

May is the last month it regularly snows in New Fairfield, Connecticut. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, New Fairfield aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Fairfield have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in New Fairfield?

On the first day of May in New Fairfield, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in New Fairfield?

The average sunshine duration in May in New Fairfield, Connecticut, is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in New Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average temperature in May - New Fairfield, 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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average pressure in May - New Fairfield, 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
New Fairfield, CT

Average wind speed in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average humidity in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall days in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall days in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Fairfield, 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: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average sunshine days in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average UV index in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
New Fairfield, CT

Average cloud cover in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
New Fairfield, CT

Average visibility in May - New Fairfield, CT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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