May weather forecast
Ann Arbor, MI

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Weather in May

By the time May arrives, Ann Arbor residents prepare for increasingly warm temperatures and clear skies, a sign of the imminent summer. The weather remains mild and pleasant, making it the perfect time for outdoor activities and events. As May progresses, so do the daylight hours, reaching one of the year's highest levels. The month also sees a significant drop in snowfall and a shift towards more rainfall. May experiences a remarkable transformation in the low temperature from 38.3°F (3.5°C) in April to 49.8°F (9.9°C), signaling the end of chilly nights and the onset of warm summer evenings.

Temperature

May in Ann Arbor shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). Throughout May, Ann Arbor's nights cool down to an average of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ann Arbor is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) 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, Ann Arbor aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45 snowfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Ann Arbor, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature during May is 67.6°F (19.8°C) and the low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, in Ann Arbor, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Ann Arbor aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ann Arbor have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Ann Arbor, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ann Arbor have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ann Arbor is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average temperature in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°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 (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average pressure in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average wind speed in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average humidity in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average rainfall in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average snowfall in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average UV index in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Ann Arbor, MI

Average visibility in May - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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