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Burlington Weather in May

May is one of the perfect months to visit Burlington, with daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 84 mm (3.3 in).

Rainfall in Burlington in May

On average, there are about 13 days with rain during this month, averaging 84 mm (3.3 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Burlington in May

The perfect temperature in Burlington in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. 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

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 276 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Burlington.

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Burlington Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 276 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61% *  
* Data from: Milwaukee, the United States of America (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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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

For Burlington in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Burlington in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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