May weather forecast
Brattleboro, VT

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A hilly landscape in Brattleboro, Vermont, with scenic light green vegetation around the old buildings and cascades
A hilly landscape in Brattleboro, Vermont, with scenic light green vegetation around the old buildings and cascades

Weather in May

May in Brattleboro, Vermont, embraces all things spring with warmer temperatures, blooming flora, and abundant sunshine. The city basks under sunshine for a sum of 8.7 hours a day. The average high temperature shoots up to a pleasing 65.8°F (18.8°C) and the low temperature rests at a bearable 45.5°F (7.5°C). The presence of moderate rainfall enriches the greenery, while the outdoors become increasingly inviting. The weather pattern in May blends warmth, light, and moisture, announcing the commencement of the summer season.

Temperature

Brattleboro's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in April to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Brattleboro, in May, during 10 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Brattleboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.5 days and collects up to 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Brattleboro, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Brattleboro, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Brattleboro, 65.8°F (18.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Brattleboro?

In Brattleboro, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Brattleboro, in May, during 10 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Brattleboro have in May?

In Brattleboro, the average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Brattleboro have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

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 hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average temperature in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average pressure in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average wind speed in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average humidity in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average rainfall in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average rainfall days in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average snowfall in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average snowfall days in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average sunshine days in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average UV index in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average cloud cover in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Brattleboro, VT

Average visibility in May - Brattleboro, VT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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