May weather forecast
Princeton, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Princeton, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.1°F (14.5°C) and max 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C). Princeton records a consistent low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) during May nights.

Humidity

May and July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Princeton.

Rainfall

In Princeton, in May, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 26.3" (668mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Princeton, Indiana, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, in Princeton, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Princeton, Indiana, is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Princeton in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Princeton, Indiana, during May are 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Princeton?

The months with the highest humidity in Princeton are May and July, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Princeton?

In Princeton, Indiana, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Princeton?

In May, in Princeton, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Princeton?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Princeton in May?

In May, in Princeton, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Princeton have in May?

In Princeton, Indiana, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Princeton?

On the first day of May in Princeton, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Princeton?

In Princeton, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Princeton?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Princeton.

How high is the UV index in May in Princeton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Princeton, Indiana, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Princeton, IN

Average temperature in May - Princeton, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Princeton, IN

Average pressure in May - Princeton, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Princeton, IN

Average wind speed in May - Princeton, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Princeton, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Princeton, IN

Average rainfall in May - Princeton, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Princeton, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Princeton, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Princeton, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Princeton, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Princeton, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Princeton, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Princeton, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Princeton, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Princeton, IN

Average UV index in May - Princeton, IN
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Princeton, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Princeton, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Princeton, IN

Average visibility in May - Princeton, 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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