May weather forecast
Elmira, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elmira, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average high of 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C). In the month of May, Elmira witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Elmira aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.2 snowfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Elmira is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 9:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 68.7°F (20.4°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Elmira, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Elmira aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Elmira, the average day length in May is 14h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Elmira, Indiana, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 9:08 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Elmira is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Elmira, IN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Elmira, IN

Average pressure in May - Elmira, 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
Elmira, IN

Average wind speed in May - Elmira, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Elmira, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Elmira, IN

Average rainfall in May - Elmira, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Elmira, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Elmira, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elmira, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elmira, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Elmira, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elmira, 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 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: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elmira, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Elmira, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Elmira, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Elmira, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Elmira, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Elmira, IN

Average visibility in May - Elmira, 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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