May weather forecast
Decatur, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Decatur, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

In Decatur, the average high-temperature in May rises, from a refreshing 59°F (15°C) in April, to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) is observed during May.

Humidity

In Decatur, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Decatur, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Decatur, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Decatur, 70.7°F (21.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 54°F (12.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Decatur is 14h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Decatur have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Decatur is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Decatur, IN

Average temperature in May - Decatur, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°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 (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°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
Decatur, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Decatur, IN

Average wind speed in May - Decatur, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Decatur, IN

Average humidity in May - Decatur, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Decatur, IN

Average rainfall in May - Decatur, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Decatur, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Decatur, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Decatur, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Decatur, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Decatur, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Decatur, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Decatur, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Decatur, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Decatur, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Decatur, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Decatur, IN

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

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

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