May weather forecast
Salisbury, CT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Salisbury, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Temperature

Salisbury's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to a refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C). In the month of May, Salisbury records a consistent average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.1 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Salisbury. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Salisbury aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Salisbury, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Salisbury, is 67.1°F (19.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salisbury have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Salisbury.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Salisbury 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Salisbury, CT

Average temperature in May - Salisbury, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.1°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Salisbury, CT

Average pressure in May - Salisbury, CT
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Salisbury, CT

Average wind speed in May - Salisbury, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Salisbury, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Salisbury, CT

Average rainfall in May - Salisbury, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Salisbury, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Salisbury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Salisbury, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Salisbury, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salisbury, 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: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Salisbury, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Salisbury, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Salisbury, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Salisbury, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Salisbury, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Salisbury, CT

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

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

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