May weather forecast
Athens, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Athens, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and an average low of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Athens's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's mild 58.3°F (14.6°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). An average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) is recorded in the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Athens, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Athens, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Athens, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Athens in May?

In Athens, in May, the average high-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Athens, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Athens, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Athens, snow does not fall in May through September.

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?

In Athens, the average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Athens, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Athens, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Athens, IN

Average temperature in May - Athens, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Athens, IN

Average pressure in May - Athens, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Athens, IN

Average wind speed in May - Athens, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Athens, IN

Average humidity in May - Athens, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Athens, IN

Average rainfall in May - Athens, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Athens, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Athens, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Athens, IN

Average snowfall in May - Athens, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Athens, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Athens, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Athens, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Athens, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Athens, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Athens, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Athens, IN

Average UV index in May - Athens, IN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Athens, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Athens, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Athens, IN

Average visibility in May - Athens, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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