May weather forecast
Chester, VT

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Weather in May

May in Chester, Vermont, embraces spring in all its glory. The rising temperature settles comfortably between 65.5°F (18.6°C) - which forms the month's average high, and 45°F (7.2°C), which is the average low temperature. The city barely receives any snowfall, with a scanty recording of 0.35" (9mm), ushering in the cessation of the winter. Consequently, May is characterized by a significant increase in daylight hours. This change marks a shift in lifestyle, as more activities move outdoors.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in April to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). In Chester, an average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) is recorded during May nights.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Chester.

Rainfall

In Chester, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chester, there are 164.2 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Chester aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Chester, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chester, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Chester, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chester in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Chester, is 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45°F (7.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Chester?

The months with the lowest humidity in Chester are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Chester?

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

How much does it rain in Chester in May?

In May, in Chester, Vermont, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Chester?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Chester, Vermont. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Chester aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Chester?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Chester?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Chester, Vermont, is 8.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Chester?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Chester?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Chester, VT

Average temperature in May - Chester, VT
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Chester, VT

Average pressure in May - Chester, VT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Chester, VT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Chester, VT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Chester, VT

Average rainfall in May - Chester, VT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Chester, VT

Average rainfall days in May - Chester, VT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chester, VT

Average snowfall in May - Chester, VT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chester, VT

Average snowfall days in May - Chester, VT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chester, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Chester, VT

Average sunshine days in May - Chester, VT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Chester, VT

Average UV index in May - Chester, 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
Chester, VT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Chester, VT

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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