May weather forecast
Lake James, IN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Lake James, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average high of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). May nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and May, with an average 3.54" (90mm) 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, Lake James aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.2 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lake James, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Lake James, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 9:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lake James are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lake James in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lake James, Indiana, during May are 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Lake James?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Lake James?

The months with the most rainfall in Lake James, Indiana, are April and May, with an average 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Lake James?

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Lake James?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Lake James aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lake James have in May?

In May, the average day length in Lake James, Indiana, is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Lake James?

On the first day of May in Lake James, Indiana, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 9:07 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake James have in May?

In Lake James, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lake James?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lake James?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake James is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lake James, IN

Average temperature in May - Lake James, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°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°F).

Average pressure in May
Lake James, IN

Average pressure in May - Lake James, 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
Lake James, IN

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

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

Average humidity in May
Lake James, IN

Average humidity in May - Lake James, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Lake James, IN

Average rainfall in May - Lake James, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.54"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Lake James, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Lake James, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lake James, IN

Average snowfall in May - Lake James, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lake James, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Lake James, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lake James, IN

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

Average sunshine days in May
Lake James, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Lake James, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Lake James, IN

Average UV index in May - Lake James, 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
Lake James, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Lake James, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Lake James, IN

Average visibility in May - Lake James, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August and September (5mi).

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