May weather forecast
West Elwood, IN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in West Elwood, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and an average low of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in April to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). Throughout the month of May, West Elwood reports a steady low-temperature average of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.1 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Elwood aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In West Elwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 15.12" (384mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Elwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 9:06 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In West Elwood, in May, the average high-temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in West Elwood?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.1 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In West Elwood, in May, it is raining for 21.1 days, with typically 4.33" (110mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Elwood aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Elwood have in May?

In West Elwood, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 9:06 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Elwood have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in May
West Elwood, IN

Average temperature in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°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 (20.3°F).

Average pressure in May
West Elwood, IN

Average pressure in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"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
West Elwood, IN

Average wind speed in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

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 (6mph).

Average humidity in May
West Elwood, IN

Average humidity in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
West Elwood, IN

Average rainfall in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
West Elwood, IN

Average rainfall days in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Elwood, IN

Average snowfall in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Elwood, IN

Average snowfall days in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Elwood, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Elwood, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Elwood, IN

Average sunshine days in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
West Elwood, IN

Average UV index in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
West Elwood, IN

Average cloud cover in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
West Elwood, IN

Average visibility in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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