May weather forecast
Plymouth, CT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Plymouth, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

As Plymouth transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) in April to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is witnessed throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Plymouth, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Plymouth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) 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, Plymouth aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.9 snowfall days, and 18.43" (468mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Plymouth, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plymouth have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Plymouth, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Plymouth, CT

Average temperature in May - Plymouth, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Plymouth, CT

Average pressure in May - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, CT

Average wind speed in May - Plymouth, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Plymouth, CT

Average humidity in May - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, CT

Average rainfall in May - Plymouth, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Plymouth, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Plymouth, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Plymouth, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Plymouth, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in May
Plymouth, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Plymouth, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Plymouth, CT

Average UV index in May - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Plymouth, CT

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

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

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