May weather forecast
Poquonock, CT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Poquonock, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). During May, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 48.7°F (9.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout May, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Poquonock, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.2 days and collects up to 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Poquonock are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Poquonock aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 5.63" (143mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Poquonock, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In Poquonock, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Poquonock, records 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Poquonock is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Poquonock, in May, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Poquonock aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Poquonock have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Poquonock have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Poquonock, CT

Average temperature in May - Poquonock, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°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 (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Poquonock, CT

Average pressure in May - Poquonock, 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
Poquonock, CT

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

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 (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Poquonock, CT

Average humidity in May - Poquonock, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Poquonock, CT

Average rainfall in May - Poquonock, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Poquonock, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Poquonock, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Poquonock, CT

Average snowfall in May - Poquonock, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Poquonock, CT

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

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Poquonock, 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 3min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Poquonock, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Poquonock, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Poquonock, CT

Average UV index in May - Poquonock, 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
Poquonock, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Poquonock, CT

Average visibility in May - Poquonock, 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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