Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 50.9°F (10.5°C) during May.Humidity
In Elkhart, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Elkhart, Indiana, is May, when the rain falls for 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) 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, Elkhart aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.4 snowfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 9:11 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.UV index
In Elkhart, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Average temperature in May
Elkhart, 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: 50.9°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 (18.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Elkhart, 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
Elkhart, IN
- Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Elkhart, IN
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Elkhart, IN
- Average rainfall in May: 3.9"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Elkhart, IN
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elkhart, IN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Elkhart, IN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elkhart, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elkhart, IN
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Elkhart, IN
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Elkhart, IN
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Elkhart, 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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