May weather forecast
Plainfield, VT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Plainfield, Vermont, with an average temperature varying between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Plainfield's weather in May is characterized by a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in April to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). During May, Plainfield's temperature averages to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Plainfield, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Plainfield, Vermont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Plainfield. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Plainfield aggregates 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Plainfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.7 days and aggregates up to 58.82" (1494mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Plainfield, Vermont, is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, in Plainfield, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Plainfield, in May, the average high-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In Plainfield, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Plainfield, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Plainfield aggregates 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Plainfield, the average day length in May is 14h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plainfield have in May?

In Plainfield, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in May
Plainfield, VT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Plainfield, VT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Plainfield, VT

Average wind speed in May - Plainfield, VT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Plainfield, VT

Average humidity in May - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, VT

Average rainfall in May - Plainfield, VT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Plainfield, VT

Average rainfall days in May - Plainfield, VT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Plainfield, VT

Average snowfall in May - Plainfield, VT
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Plainfield, VT

Average snowfall days in May - Plainfield, VT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plainfield, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Plainfield, VT

Average sunshine days in May - Plainfield, VT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Plainfield, VT

Average UV index in May - Plainfield, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Plainfield, VT

Average cloud cover in May - Plainfield, VT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Plainfield, VT

Average visibility in May - Plainfield, 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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