May weather forecast
Plainfield, CT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Plainfield, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 66.2°F (19°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

In Plainfield, the average high-temperature in May increases from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 49.5°F (9.7°C) during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Plainfield, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Plainfield. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Plainfield aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.7 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Plainfield is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May in Plainfield, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Plainfield is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plainfield in May?

In Plainfield, 66.2°F (19°C) is the average high-temperature and 49.5°F (9.7°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Plainfield?

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

How much does it rain in Plainfield in May?

In Plainfield, Connecticut, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Plainfield?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Plainfield aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plainfield have in May?

The average day length in May in Plainfield is 14h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Plainfield?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plainfield have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Plainfield?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Plainfield is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Plainfield, CT

Average temperature in May - Plainfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Plainfield, CT

Average pressure in May - Plainfield, CT
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Plainfield, CT

Average wind speed in May - Plainfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Plainfield, CT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Plainfield, CT

Average rainfall in May - Plainfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Plainfield, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Plainfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Plainfield, CT

Average snowfall in May - Plainfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Plainfield, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Plainfield, CT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plainfield, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Plainfield, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Plainfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Plainfield, CT

Average UV index in May - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Plainfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Plainfield, CT

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

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

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