May weather forecast
West Simsbury, CT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in West Simsbury, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). The average low-temperature, in May, is a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in West Simsbury, Connecticut, is 74%.

Rainfall

In West Simsbury, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Simsbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in West Simsbury. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Simsbury aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In West Simsbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 18.39" (467mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Simsbury, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in West Simsbury?

The average high-temperature, in May, in West Simsbury, is 67.6°F (19.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Simsbury?

In West Simsbury, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in West Simsbury?

In West Simsbury, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in West Simsbury?

May is the last month it regularly snows in West Simsbury, Connecticut. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Simsbury aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in West Simsbury?

In West Simsbury, Connecticut, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in West Simsbury?

On the first day of May in West Simsbury, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Simsbury have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in West Simsbury, Connecticut, is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in West Simsbury?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Simsbury, Connecticut, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average temperature in May - West Simsbury, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°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 (20.1°F).

Average pressure in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average pressure in May - West Simsbury, 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
West Simsbury, CT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average humidity in May - West Simsbury, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average rainfall in May - West Simsbury, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average rainfall days in May - West Simsbury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average snowfall in May - West Simsbury, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average snowfall days in May - West Simsbury, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Simsbury, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average sunshine days in May - West Simsbury, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
West Simsbury, CT

Average UV index in May - West Simsbury, CT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
West Simsbury, CT

Average cloud cover in May - West Simsbury, 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
West Simsbury, CT

Average visibility in May - West Simsbury, CT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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