May weather forecast
Riverton, CT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Riverton, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and an average high of 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Temperature

As Riverton enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C) of April to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Riverton is 76%.

Rainfall

In Riverton, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Riverton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.4 days and collects up to 15.67" (398mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

In Riverton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
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. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, Riverton experiences an average high-temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C) and a low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Riverton, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Riverton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverton have in May?

In Riverton, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading 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
Riverton, CT

Average temperature in May - Riverton, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Riverton, CT

Average pressure in May - Riverton, 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
Riverton, CT

Average wind speed in May - Riverton, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Riverton, CT

Average humidity in May - Riverton, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Riverton, CT

Average rainfall in May - Riverton, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Riverton, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Riverton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Riverton, CT

Average snowfall in May - Riverton, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Riverton, CT

Average snowfall days in May - Riverton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 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
Riverton, CT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Riverton, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Riverton, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Riverton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Riverton, CT

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Riverton, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Riverton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Riverton, CT

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

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

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