May weather forecast
Oxford, CT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Oxford, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68°F (20°C) and an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C) to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In Oxford, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout May, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.6 rainfall days, and 5.98" (152mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Oxford aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.4 snowfall days, and 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, in Oxford, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Oxford?

Oxford in May has an average high-temperature of 68°F (20°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Oxford, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Oxford, in May, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Oxford aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Oxford, the average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Oxford?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oxford have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Oxford, CT

Average temperature in May - Oxford, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Oxford, CT

Average pressure in May - Oxford, 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
Oxford, CT

Average wind speed in May - Oxford, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Oxford, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Oxford, CT

Average rainfall in May - Oxford, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Oxford, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Oxford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oxford, CT

Average snowfall in May - Oxford, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oxford, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oxford, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oxford, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Oxford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Oxford, CT

Average UV index in May - Oxford, 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
Oxford, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Oxford, CT

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

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

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