May weather forecast
Norwich, CT

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Weather in May

May brings along the true spirit of spring in Norwich, it's a delightful transition from the cooler April. There's a noticeable increase in temperatures, but the rainfall does catch the eye with 2.56" (65mm) on average. The city starts to buzz with outdoor activities, making the most of the increased daylight and sunshine hours. May's moderate weather makes it an ideal month for sightseeing and exploring the scenic beauty of Connecticut.

Temperature

The onset of May in Norwich brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a still refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). In Norwich, May nights cool down to an average of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Norwich, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 33.54" (852mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Norwich are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Norwich. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Norwich aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Norwich, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.4 days and aggregates up to 11.14" (283mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Norwich, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, in Norwich, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Norwich in May?

Norwich in May has an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Norwich?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Norwich?

In Norwich, Connecticut, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Norwich?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Norwich aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Norwich, Connecticut, is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Norwich?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Norwich, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Norwich?

The average sunshine duration in May in Norwich, Connecticut, is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Norwich?

In Norwich, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value 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
Norwich, CT

Average temperature in May - Norwich, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Norwich, CT

Average pressure in May - Norwich, 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
Norwich, CT

Average wind speed in May - Norwich, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Norwich, CT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Norwich, CT

Average rainfall in May - Norwich, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in May
Norwich, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Norwich, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Norwich, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Norwich, CT

Average snowfall days in May - Norwich, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 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, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Norwich, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Norwich, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Norwich, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Norwich, CT

Average UV index in May - Norwich, 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
Norwich, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Norwich, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Norwich, CT

Average visibility in May - Norwich, CT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July and August (5mi).

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