Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's onset in Dorset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Dorset's average low-temperature for the month of May records at a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Dorset are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Dorset, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dorset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.9 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dorset. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.2 snowfall days, in May, Dorset aggregates 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Dorset, during the entire year, snow falls for 99.8 days and aggregates up to 82.64" (2099mm) of snow.Daylight
In Dorset, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 42min.On the first day of May in Dorset, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Dorset is 7.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Dorset is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Dorset?
What is the least humid month in Dorset?
What is the average humidity in May in Dorset?
How many days does it rain in May in Dorset?
What is the last month it snows in Dorset?
What is the average length of the day in May in Dorset?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Dorset?
How long on average sun shines in May in Dorset?
What is the UV index reading in May in Dorset?
Average temperature in May
Dorset, VT
- Average high temperature in May: 64.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 43.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Dorset, VT
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dorset, VT
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Dorset, VT
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Dorset, VT
- Average rainfall in May: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and September (2.64").
Average rainfall days in May
Dorset, VT
- Average rainfall days in May: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dorset, VT
- Average snowfall in May: 2.56"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dorset, VT
- Average snowfall days in May: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dorset, VT
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dorset, VT
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Dorset, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Dorset, VT
- Average cloud cover in May: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Dorset, VT
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and September (4mi).
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