May weather forecast
Syracuse, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Syracuse, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.8°F (11°C) and max 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

Syracuse's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) is expected.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Syracuse. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) 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, Syracuse aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Syracuse, there are 59.2 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Syracuse, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 9:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 51.8°F (11°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Syracuse, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Syracuse?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 9:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Syracuse have in May?

In Syracuse, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Syracuse?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Syracuse, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Syracuse, IN

Average temperature in May - Syracuse, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°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
Syracuse, IN

Average pressure in May - Syracuse, 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
Syracuse, IN

Average wind speed in May - Syracuse, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Syracuse, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Syracuse, IN

Average rainfall in May - Syracuse, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Syracuse, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Syracuse, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Syracuse, IN

Average snowfall in May - Syracuse, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Syracuse, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Syracuse, 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
Syracuse, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Syracuse, 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 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Syracuse, IN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Syracuse, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Syracuse, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Syracuse, IN

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

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

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