May weather forecast
Sheffield, VT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sheffield, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.1°F (17.3°C) and min 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 42.1°F (5.6°C) during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sheffield, Vermont, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sheffield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Sheffield aggregates 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 108 snowfall days, and 60.35" (1533mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sheffield, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sheffield is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Sheffield, the average high-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the least humid month in Sheffield?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Sheffield?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sheffield, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sheffield?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sheffield have in May?

In Sheffield, the average day length in May is 14h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sheffield?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sheffield?

In Sheffield, the average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sheffield, VT

Average temperature in May - Sheffield, VT
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Sheffield, VT

Average pressure in May - Sheffield, 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
Sheffield, VT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Sheffield, VT

Average humidity in May - Sheffield, VT
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Sheffield, VT

Average rainfall in May - Sheffield, VT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Sheffield, VT

Average rainfall days in May - Sheffield, VT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sheffield, VT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sheffield, VT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sheffield, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sheffield, VT

Average sunshine days in May - Sheffield, VT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5 days).

Average UV index in May
Sheffield, VT

Average UV index in May - Sheffield, 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
Sheffield, VT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Sheffield, VT

Average visibility in May - Sheffield, 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).

Sheffield, Vermont, USA

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