May weather forecast
Bethel, RI

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Weather in May

In May, Bethel experiences pleasant climate conditions as spring transitions into summer. With consistent upward movement, the weather stipulates all restrictions of previous months fade away. Humidity starts to rise, enhancing the city's vegetative growth and adding a distinctive colorfulness to the landscapes. Even with an expanded number of daylight hours, the increased cloudiness factors into slightly reduced sunshine hours.

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in April to a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). Bethel observes an average nighttime temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bethel, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Bethel, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature in Bethel during May is 62.2°F (16.8°C) and the low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Bethel, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Bethel, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethel have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bethel, RI

Average temperature in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in May
Bethel, RI

Average pressure in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bethel, RI

Average wind speed in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Bethel, RI

Average humidity in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Bethel, RI

Average rainfall in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Bethel, RI

Average rainfall days in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bethel, RI

Average snowfall in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bethel, RI

Average snowfall days in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bethel, RI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bethel, RI

Average sunshine days in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Bethel, RI

Average UV index in May - Bethel, RI
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bethel, RI

Average cloud cover in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Bethel, RI

Average visibility in May - Bethel, RI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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