May weather forecast
Forest, IN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Forest, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and an average low of 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 18.07" (459mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Forest, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In Forest, 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature in Forest during May is 71.4°F (21.9°C) and the low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Forest have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Forest, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:08 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest have in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Forest, IN

Average temperature in May - Forest, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°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
Forest, IN

Average pressure in May - Forest, 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
Forest, IN

Average wind speed in May - Forest, 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 (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Forest, IN

Average humidity in May - Forest, 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
Forest, IN

Average rainfall in May - Forest, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Forest, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Forest, 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 (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Forest, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Forest, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Forest, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Forest, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Forest, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Forest, IN

Average UV index in May - Forest, 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
Forest, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Forest, IN

Average visibility in May - Forest, 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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