May weather forecast
Orwell, VT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Orwell, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in May, moving up from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in April to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Despite higher daytime temperatures, nighttime averages fall to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in May.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Orwell, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orwell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Orwell aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.6 snowfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Orwell in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Orwell, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Orwell, in May, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 45min.

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 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Orwell, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Orwell, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Orwell, VT

Average temperature in May - Orwell, VT
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Orwell, VT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Orwell, VT

Average wind speed in May - Orwell, 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 (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Orwell, VT

Average humidity in May - Orwell, VT
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Orwell, VT

Average rainfall in May - Orwell, VT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Orwell, VT

Average rainfall days in May - Orwell, VT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Orwell, VT

Average snowfall in May - Orwell, VT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Orwell, VT

Average snowfall days in May - Orwell, VT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Orwell, VT

Average sunshine days in May - Orwell, VT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Orwell, VT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Orwell, VT

Average cloud cover in May - Orwell, VT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Orwell, VT

Average visibility in May - Orwell, VT
  • 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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