May weather forecastWoodmont, CT

May

Weather in May

As spring gets into full swing, May ushers in milder weather to Woodmont, CT. The vital stats of the weather evolve with low temperatures rising to 51.4°F (10.8°C). Substantial sunshine hours invite residents to spend more time outdoors, enjoying the full bloom of spring. While rainfall is frequent, it plays a pleasant symphony on rooftops, exuding an air of natural harmony. The sea temperature warms up, making a coastal walk more enjoyable as the maritime breezes carry tangy salt air and the promise of forthcoming summer.

Temperature

As May arrives, Woodmont's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). During the nights in May, Woodmont observes an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Woodmont, Connecticut, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Woodmont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Woodmont, the average seawater temperature in May is 52.2°F (11.2°C).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 52.2°F (11.2°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Woodmont, 65.1°F (18.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 51.4°F (10.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

The months with the highest humidity in Woodmont are February, May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Woodmont, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Woodmont, Connecticut, snow does not fall in May through October.

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Woodmont, the average seawater temperature in May is 52.2°F (11.2°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

54.9°F

65.1°F

73.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.1mph

8.5mph

7.8mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.4

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.7

11.9

11.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Woodmont, CT

Average high temperature in May: 65.1°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 (35.1°F).

Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Woodmont, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Woodmont, CT

Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Woodmont, CT

Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Woodmont, CT

Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Woodmont, CT

Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Woodmont, CT

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Woodmont, CT

Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Woodmont, CT

Average sea temperature in May: 52.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.5°F).

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

Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min

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 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Woodmont, CT

Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Woodmont, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Woodmont, 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).

Average visibility in May
Woodmont, 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).