May weather forecast
Dayton, IN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Dayton, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). Dayton experiences an average low-temperature reading of 54.9°F (12.7°C) throughout May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dayton, during May, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Dayton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of May, in Dayton, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Dayton, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dayton?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Dayton, in May, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dayton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Dayton, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Dayton, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dayton, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Dayton, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Dayton, IN

Average rainfall in May - Dayton, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Dayton, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Dayton, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dayton, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dayton, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dayton, IN
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dayton, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Dayton, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Dayton, IN

Average UV index in May - Dayton, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Dayton, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Dayton, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Dayton, IN

Average visibility in May - Dayton, IN
  • 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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