May weather forecast
Bristol, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bristol, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.7°F (20.4°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bristol aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.6 days and aggregates up to 13.5" (343mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 9:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Bristol, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Bristol in May has an average high-temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bristol, in May, during 17.9 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bristol aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 9:11 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Bristol, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bristol, IN

Average temperature in May - Bristol, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Bristol, IN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bristol, IN

Average wind speed in May - Bristol, 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 (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Bristol, IN

Average humidity in May - Bristol, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Bristol, IN

Average rainfall in May - Bristol, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Bristol, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Bristol, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bristol, IN

Average snowfall in May - Bristol, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bristol, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Bristol, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bristol, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bristol, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Bristol, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Bristol, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bristol, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Bristol, IN

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

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

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