May weather forecast
Elkhart, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elkhart, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.5°F (13.6°C) and max 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). An average low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) is recorded in the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Elkhart, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elkhart, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Elkhart, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkhart have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Elkhart, IL

Average temperature in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Elkhart, IL

Average pressure in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elkhart, IL

Average wind speed in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Elkhart, IL

Average humidity in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Elkhart, IL

Average rainfall in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Elkhart, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elkhart, IL

Average snowfall in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elkhart, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elkhart, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elkhart, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Elkhart, IL

Average UV index in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Elkhart, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Elkhart, IL

Average visibility in May - Elkhart, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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