May weather forecast
Thompson, CT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Thompson, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.3°F (19.6°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Thompson experiences a nighttime temperature average of 49.1°F (9.5°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Thompson, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Thompson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Thompson aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Thompson, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thompson, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Thompson, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

In Thompson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Thompson, is 67.3°F (19.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Thompson, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Thompson aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Thompson?

In Thompson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Thompson, CT

Average temperature in May - Thompson, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°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 (21°F).

Average pressure in May
Thompson, CT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Thompson, CT

Average wind speed in May - Thompson, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Thompson, CT

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Thompson, CT

Average rainfall in May - Thompson, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Thompson, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Thompson, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thompson, CT

Average snowfall in May - Thompson, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thompson, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thompson, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thompson, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Thompson, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in May
Thompson, CT

Average UV index in May - Thompson, 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
Thompson, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Thompson, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Thompson, CT

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

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

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