May weather forecast
Pownal, VT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Pownal, Vermont, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.1°F (18.4°C) and min 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in April to a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C). In May, the average low-temperature is a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pownal, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pownal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.1 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Pownal aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.1 snowfall days, and 39.09" (993mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pownal, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Pownal, the average high-temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Pownal, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Pownal aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pownal have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pownal, VT

Average temperature in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Pownal, VT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pownal, VT

Average wind speed in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Pownal, VT

Average humidity in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Pownal, VT

Average rainfall in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").

Average rainfall days in May
Pownal, VT

Average rainfall days in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pownal, VT

Average snowfall in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pownal, VT

Average snowfall days in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pownal, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pownal, VT

Average sunshine days in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Pownal, VT

Average UV index in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May
Pownal, VT

Average cloud cover in May - Pownal, VT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Pownal, VT

Average visibility in May - Pownal, 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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