May weather forecast
Westbrook, CT

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Weather in May

May heralds the arrival of consistent warmth in Westbrook. The increase in temperature, reaching a high of 64.9°F (18.3°C), is noticeable, as the last vestiges of winter fall away. The choice of outdoor activities becomes broader, taking full advantage of the clear skies. The increase in humidity, however, might warrant carrying a water bottle around during prolonged outdoor activities. As sunlight fills the majority of the day, the cityscape and natural scenery radiate with vibrant colors worthy of a painter's canvas.

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In May, in Westbrook, the average low-temperature is a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Westbrook.

Rainfall

In Westbrook, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Westbrook are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Westbrook. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Westbrook aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Westbrook, Connecticut, there are 24.2 snowfall days, and 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 51.8°F (11°C).
Note: Entering waters of 51.8°F (11°C) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels piercing cold, and below 50°F (10°C) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In Westbrook, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, in Westbrook, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Westbrook is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Westbrook, Connecticut, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Westbrook?

The high-temperature, in May, in Westbrook, is 64.9°F (18.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Westbrook?

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Westbrook.

What is the average humidity in May in Westbrook?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Westbrook in May?

In Westbrook, Connecticut, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Westbrook?

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

What is the water temperature in May in Westbrook?

In Westbrook, in May, the average water temperature is 51.8°F (11°C). Swimming in 51.8°F (11°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Westbrook?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Westbrook, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Westbrook have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Westbrook, Connecticut, is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Westbrook?

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

Average temperature in May - Westbrook, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°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 (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Westbrook, CT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Westbrook, CT

Average wind speed in May - Westbrook, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Westbrook, CT

Average humidity in May - Westbrook, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Westbrook, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in May
Westbrook, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Westbrook, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Westbrook, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Westbrook, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Westbrook, CT

Average sea temperature in May - Westbrook, CT
  • Average sea temperature in May: 51.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Westbrook, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Westbrook, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Westbrook, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Westbrook, CT

Average UV index in May - Westbrook, 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
Westbrook, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Westbrook, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

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
Westbrook, CT

Average visibility in May - Westbrook, 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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