May weather forecast
Elkhart, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elkhart, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). An average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) is common during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Elkhart, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Elkhart aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Elkhart, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.2 days and aggregates up to 13.94" (354mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Elkhart, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Elkhart, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Elkhart, is 69.6°F (20.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elkhart, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Elkhart?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Elkhart aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkhart have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Elkhart, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Elkhart, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Elkhart, IA

Average temperature in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Elkhart, IA

Average pressure in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elkhart, IA

Average wind speed in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Elkhart, IA

Average humidity in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Elkhart, IA

Average rainfall in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Elkhart, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elkhart, IA

Average snowfall in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elkhart, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elkhart, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkhart, IA
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elkhart, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Elkhart, IA

Average UV index in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Elkhart, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Elkhart, IA

Average visibility in May - Elkhart, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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