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Burlington Weather in May

During May, Burlington experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and cooler nights around 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 78 mm (3.1 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Burlington in May

Typically, you can expect about 14 days of rain this month, with 78 mm (3.1 in) on average. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Burlington in May

In May, Burlington gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights cool to around 8°C (46°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Burlington in May

The month enjoys around 219 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Burlington.

Burlington Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
78 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
219 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Bellingham, the United States of America (33 KM, 20 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Burlington in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Burlington in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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