May weather forecast
Branford, CT

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Snow on the rocks and a pier on the water of the famed Stony Creek in Brandford City, Connecticut
Snow on the rocks and a pier on the water of the famed Stony Creek in Brandford City, Connecticut

Weather in May

In May, Branford, Connecticut, fully embraces spring's warmth as the average high thermal readings push up to 65.3°F (18.5°C). The city's unique charm is rivaled only by the beaming sunshine illuminating the blossoming flora. Weather conditions can be whimsical, with scattered showers amid sunny spells producing a characteristic spring charm. A profusion of sunshine hours ensures splendid weather for outdoor pursuits, despite the occasional rainfall. As spring concludes, inhabitants can look forward to even warmer weather approaching in the coming months.

Temperature

Branford in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). During the month of May, the temperature in Branford generally drops to a low average of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Branford, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Branford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.7 days and collects up to 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Branford, Connecticut. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Branford aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Branford, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.4 days and aggregates up to 10.12" (257mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Branford is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Branford is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Branford in May?

During May, Branford experiences an average high-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and a low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Branford?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Branford in May?

In Branford, Connecticut, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Branford?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Branford, Connecticut. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Branford aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Branford?

The average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Branford?

On the first day of May in Branford, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Branford have in May?

In Branford, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Branford?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Branford, Connecticut, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Branford, CT

Average temperature in May - Branford, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Branford, CT

Average pressure in May - Branford, CT
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Branford, CT

Average wind speed in May - Branford, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Branford, CT

Average humidity in May - Branford, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Branford, CT

Average rainfall in May - Branford, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in May
Branford, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Branford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Branford, CT

Average snowfall in May - Branford, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Branford, CT

Average snowfall days in May - Branford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Branford, CT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Branford, CT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Branford, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Branford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Branford, CT

Average UV index in May - Branford, CT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Branford, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Branford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Branford, CT

Average visibility in May - Branford, CT
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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