Things to Do in Hartford in May
May weather, activities, events & insider tips
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May Weather in Hartford
Long-run averages for May
69°F (21°C)
High Temp
50°F (10°C)
Low Temp
4.3 inches (109 mm)
Rainfall
76%
Humidity
7
Sunny-Day UV
What's On in Hartford in May
Hartford in May has an average high of 21°C, an average low of 10°C, and average rainfall of 109 mm. Memorial Day falls on Monday 31 May 2027.
May Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 15°C | 4°C | 112 mm |
| May | 21°C | 10°C | 109 mm |
| June | 26°C | 15°C | 84 mm |
May is 6°C warmer than April; 5°C cooler than June; wetter than June (109 mm vs 84 mm).
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Open-Meteo.
Daylight in May
Day length: 13 h 59 min on 1 May, 14 h 31 min on 15 May (+74 min compared with mid-April).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Public Holidays and Long Weekends
- Memorial Day: Monday 31 May 2027 (3-day weekend (Sat–Mon))
Holiday dates: Nager.Date. Long-weekend notes are computed from the weekday.
Notable Places to Visit
Islamic Center of Connecticut
Mosque in Windsor, Connecticut, U.S. with an attached cemetery
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Places within 8 km, ordered by Wikipedia coverage. Opening hours as mapped in OpenStreetMap (fetched 2026-10-16); check before you go. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).
Quick Answers
How much rain does Hartford get in May?
On average 109 mm in May, wetter than June (109 mm vs 84 mm).
How warm is Hartford in May?
Average highs are 21°C and average lows 10°C.
How long are the days in Hartford in May?
About 14 h 31 min of daylight on 15 May.
Are there public holidays in Hartford in May?
Yes: Memorial Day on Monday 31 May 2027. 1 of them create a long weekend.
What are some notable places to visit in Hartford?
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Mark Twain House, Cathedral of St. Joseph, Hartford Union Station (from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata).
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Public Holidays in May
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
Memorial Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Memorial Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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