May weather forecast
Michigan, USA

In Michigan, May signifies the full embrace of spring. The state bathes in warmer temperatures, with daily averages frequently ranging from 50°F (10°C) to 60°F (15.6°C). By this time, the cold hold that the Upper Peninsula, especially areas proximate to Lake Superior, had over the region is nearly a distant memory. The weather is predominantly mild, though occasional cool spells, especially during early mornings and nights, remind residents of the transitioning season.

May's precipitation primarily manifests as rain showers, sprinkling the state and enriching its soil. These showers support the continued blossoming of Michigan's diverse flora, transforming landscapes into a tapestry of vibrant colors. Gone are the days of snow, even in the traditionally colder cities like Vanderbilt. The southeastern region of the Lower Peninsula, in particular, revels in the verdant beauty, with gardens, parks, and natural areas bursting with life.

One of the defining features of May is its lengthening days, with sunlight stretching further into the evening. This extended daylight not only enhances the state's natural beauty but also supports various outdoor recreational activities. Whether it's boating on one of the many lakes or hiking in the rejuvenated trails, May is an outdoor enthusiast's delight.

As May progresses, its final days begin to touch upon the warmth of summer, setting the stage for June's sunnier disposition. This transition ensures that by the time June arrives, Michigan is well-prepared to welcome the balmy days of summer with open arms.

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• Detroit - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Detroit is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Detroit, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:01 pm EDT.
• Grand Rapids - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is May, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Grand Rapids snow does not fall in May through October.
• Warren - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Warren is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Warren is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.
• Sterling Heights - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Sterling Heights is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sterling Heights there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of snow is accumulated.
• Lansing - May »
  In Lansing during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Lansing, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 9:09 pm EDT.
• Ann Arbor - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is May, when the rain falls for 18.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Ann Arbor during the entire year, snow falls for 45 days and aggregates up to 9.69" (246mm) of snow.
• Flint - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Flint is May, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. On the first day of May in Flint sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:36 pm.
• Dearborn - May »
  In Dearborn, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.2 days and aggregates up to 9.69" (246mm) of snow. In Dearborn in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Livonia - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Livonia is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Livonia sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:03 pm EDT.
• Canton - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Canton is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Canton during the entire year, snow falls for 49.3 days and aggregates up to 10" (254mm) of snow.
• Westland - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Westland sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:03 pm EDT. In Westland, Michigan, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.
• Troy - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Troy is May, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Troy, Michigan, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.