May weather forecast
Rochester, IN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Rochester, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.3°F (21.3°C) and min 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in April to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) is noted in Rochester.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rochester in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rochester?

In Rochester, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rochester have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Rochester, IN

Average temperature in May - Rochester, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Rochester, IN

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Rochester, IN

Average wind speed in May - Rochester, 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
Rochester, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Rochester, IN

Average rainfall in May - Rochester, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Rochester, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Rochester, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rochester, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rochester, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Rochester, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rochester, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rochester, IN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Rochester, IN

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Rochester, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Rochester, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Rochester, IN

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

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

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