May weather forecast
Lower Waterford, VT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Lower Waterford, Vermont, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.7°F (17.6°C) and min 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

Lower Waterford's transition into May is marked by a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in April to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Lower Waterford reports a substantial plunge from daytime highs during the nights of May, with an average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Lower Waterford, Vermont, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lower Waterford are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Lower Waterford aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lower Waterford, there are 98.4 snowfall days, and 51.97" (1320mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lower Waterford, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

In Lower Waterford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Lower Waterford experiences an average high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and a low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the least humid month?

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lower Waterford, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Lower Waterford aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average temperature in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average pressure in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average wind speed in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average humidity in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average rainfall in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average rainfall days in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average snowfall in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (12.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average snowfall days in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average sunshine days in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average UV index in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average cloud cover in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Lower Waterford, VT

Average visibility in May - Lower Waterford, VT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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