May weather forecast
Gary, IN

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A large, historic building used as an administration block in Gary, Indiana
A large, historic building used as an administration block in Gary, Indiana

Weather in May

May ushers in significantly warmer temperatures in Gary, Indiana. The pleasant spring gives way to the early onset of summer. Rainfall peaks during May at 3.35" (85mm), the highest in the year, indicating frequent spring showers. The lengthened daylight hours provide ample opportunities for residents to bask in the warming sunshine. With no remnants of winter and spring transitioning to summer, May provides a comfortable and sunny month.

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gary, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Gary, Indiana, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Gary, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Gary, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Gary, records 64.9°F (18.3°C), while the low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Gary, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gary have in May?

In Gary, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Gary, IN

Average temperature in May - Gary, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Gary, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gary, IN

Average wind speed in May - Gary, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Gary, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Gary, IN

Average rainfall in May - Gary, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Gary, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Gary, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gary, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gary, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Gary, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gary, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gary, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Gary, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Gary, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Gary, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Gary, IN

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

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

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