May weather forecast
West Woods, CT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in West Woods, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.5°F (19.7°C) and an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In West Woods, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In West Woods, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 33.86" (860mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, West Woods aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In West Woods, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 20.39" (518mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Woods, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a 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?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in West Woods in May?

In West Woods, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, West Woods aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Woods have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Woods, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
West Woods, CT

Average pressure in May - West Woods, 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 Woods, CT

Average wind speed in May - West Woods, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
West Woods, CT

Average humidity in May - West Woods, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
West Woods, CT

Average rainfall in May - West Woods, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
West Woods, CT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Woods, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Woods, CT

Average snowfall days in May - West Woods, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Woods, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Woods, CT

Average sunshine days in May - West Woods, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
West Woods, CT

Average UV index in May - West Woods, 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
West Woods, CT

Average cloud cover in May - West Woods, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
West Woods, CT

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

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

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