Burlington (VT)
May
Weather in Burlington, Vermont for May 2026
Your guide to Burlington weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Burlington at the beginning of May is 17 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 18.9 °F by the end of May.
Burlington experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 174 mm.
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9
Dry days
22
Rainy days
0
Snow days
16°/8°
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18 km/h
Avg max wind
79 %
Avg humidity
Burlington Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Burlington
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May weather in Burlington day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Overcast | 15° /2° | 0.3 mm | 7 | |
| May 2 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /10° | 10.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 3 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /9° | 8.8 mm | 2 | |
| May 4 | Moderate rain at times | 14° /7° | 10.1 mm | 3 | |
| May 5 | Moderate rain at times | 18° /9° | 2.7 mm | 3 | |
| May 6 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /11° | 13.8 mm | 2 | |
| May 7 |  Patchy rain possible | 18° /11° | 2.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 8 | Patchy rain possible | 11° /7° | 1.3 mm | 1 | |
| May 9 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /4° | 28.1 mm | 1 | |
| May 10 | Moderate rain at times | 12° /7° | 6.2 mm | 2 | |
| May 11 |  Cloudy | 13° /6° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| May 12 | Overcast | 19° /5° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 13 | Overcast | 24° /9° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 14 |  Partly cloudy | 23° /13° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| May 15 | Patchy rain possible | 23° /14° | 0.5 mm | 8 | |
| May 16 | Patchy rain possible | 24° /16° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| May 17 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /16° | 25.3 mm | 3 | |
| May 18 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /8° | 15.4 mm | 2 | |
| May 19 | Moderate rain at times | 7° /5° | 5.6 mm | 1 | |
| May 20 | Patchy rain possible | 9° /4° | 0.3 mm | 2 | |
| May 21 | Patchy rain possible | 13° /7° | 0.3 mm | 2 | |
| May 22 | Moderate rain at times | 8° /4° | 4.8 mm | 1 | |
| May 23 | Patchy rain possible | 8° /5° | 5.8 mm | 1 | |
| May 24 | Moderate rain at times | 8° /5° | 8.5 mm | 1 | |
| May 25 |  Mist | 14° /6° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| May 26 | Fog | 19° /5° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| May 27 |  Sunny | 23° /8° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| May 28 | Partly cloudy | 23° /12° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| May 29 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /12° | 17.1 mm | 2 | |
| May 30 | Fog | 20° /12° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| May 31 | Moderate rain at times | 18° /8° | 5.3 mm | 2 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Burlington in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Burlington forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Burlington in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Burlington during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 16° and cooler nights around 8°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Burlington during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 174 mm is expected in Burlington during May, occurring over more than 22 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Burlington during May?
The average wind speed in Burlington during May is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Burlington
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Typically, Burlington has 22 rainy days in May with a total of 174 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Burlington during May
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