May weather forecast
Waitsfield, VT

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Weather in May

The month of May in Waitsfield witnesses a delightful spring spell, characterized by comfortable warmth and verdant nature in full bloom. Frequents showers cater to the burgeoning greenery, stamped by the dominance of rainfall over snowfall. Days stretch longer, presenting a generous 14.8 hours of daylight, though cloud cover somewhat dampens the radiance. With the promise of summer around the corner, the town looks forward to June's embrace.

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a considerable temperature increase, with the average high-temperature soaring from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in April to a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C). An average temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) marks the nights in May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Waitsfield, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.5 rainfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Waitsfield, Vermont. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Waitsfield aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Waitsfield, Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 82.4 days and aggregates up to 18.78" (477mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Waitsfield, Vermont, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of May in Waitsfield, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Waitsfield?

In Waitsfield, 64.4°F (18°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.3°F (6.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the least humid month in Waitsfield?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Waitsfield?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Waitsfield?

In Waitsfield, Vermont, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Waitsfield?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Waitsfield, Vermont. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Waitsfield aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Waitsfield have in May?

In Waitsfield, Vermont, the average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Waitsfield?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waitsfield, Vermont, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waitsfield have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Waitsfield, Vermont, is 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Waitsfield?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Waitsfield, Vermont, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average temperature in May - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average pressure in May - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average wind speed in May - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Waitsfield, VT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average rainfall in May - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average rainfall days in May - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average snowfall in May - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average snowfall days in May - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waitsfield, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average sunshine days in May - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average UV index in May - Waitsfield, 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 January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Waitsfield, VT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in May
Waitsfield, VT

Average visibility in May - Waitsfield, VT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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