May weather forecast
Northfield, CT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Northfield, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C) to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Northfield records a consistent low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) during May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Northfield, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Northfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 34.65" (880mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Northfield aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 24.37" (619mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Northfield is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Northfield, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In Northfield, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Northfield in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Northfield?

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

How much does it rain in Northfield in May?

In Northfield, Connecticut, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Northfield?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Northfield?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northfield, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Northfield?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Northfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Northfield, CT

Average temperature in May - Northfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Northfield, CT

Average pressure in May - Northfield, 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
Northfield, CT

Average wind speed in May - Northfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Northfield, CT

Average humidity in May - Northfield, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Northfield, CT

Average rainfall in May - Northfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Northfield, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Northfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Northfield, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Northfield, CT

Average snowfall days in May - Northfield, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Northfield, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Northfield, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Northfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Northfield, CT

Average UV index in May - Northfield, CT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Northfield, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Northfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Northfield, CT

Average visibility in May - Northfield, 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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