May weather forecast
Bedford, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bedford, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 55.8°F (13.2°C) and max 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C) to a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). An average low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Bedford, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Bedford, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May in Bedford?

In Bedford, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bedford, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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 May, the average day length is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bedford have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bedford, IN

Average temperature in May - Bedford, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Bedford, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bedford, IN

Average wind speed in May - Bedford, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Bedford, IN

Average humidity in May - Bedford, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Bedford, IN

Average rainfall in May - Bedford, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Bedford, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Bedford, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bedford, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bedford, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 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
Bedford, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bedford, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bedford, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Bedford, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Bedford, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bedford, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Bedford, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Bedford, IN

Average visibility in May - Bedford, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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