May weather forecast
Independence, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Independence, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) in April to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). Independence's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Humidity

In Independence, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Independence, in May, during 19.4 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.5 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Independence, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Independence is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 9:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Independence is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Independence?

The high-temperature, in May, in Independence, is 71.8°F (22.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Independence?

In Independence, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Independence?

In Independence, during May, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Independence?

May through October are months without snowfall in Independence, Indiana.

Does it snow in Independence 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 Independence?

In Independence, Indiana, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Independence?

On the first day of May in Independence, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 9:12 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in May?

In Independence, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Independence?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Independence, Indiana, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Independence, IN

Average temperature in May - Independence, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Independence, IN

Average pressure in May - Independence, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"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
Independence, IN

Average wind speed in May - Independence, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Independence, IN

Average humidity in May - Independence, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Independence, IN

Average rainfall in May - Independence, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Independence, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Independence, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Independence, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Independence, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Independence, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Independence, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Independence, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Independence, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Independence, IN

Average UV index in May - Independence, 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
Independence, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Independence, IN

Average visibility in May - Independence, 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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