Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in April to a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). Detroit, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April, May and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Detroit, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.1 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.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, Detroit aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Detroit, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.32" (1075mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 51min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:54 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.UV index
In Detroit, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in May
Detroit, ME
- Average high temperature in May: 62.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Detroit, ME
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Detroit, ME
- Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Detroit, ME
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Detroit, ME
- Average rainfall in May: 2.48"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Detroit, ME
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Detroit, ME
- Average snowfall in May: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Detroit, ME
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Detroit, ME
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Detroit, ME
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Detroit, ME
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Detroit, ME
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in May
Detroit, ME
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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