May weather forecast
Clarkston, MI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Clarkston, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.4°F (19.1°C) and min 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). During the month of May, Clarkston anticipates a mean low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Clarkston are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Clarkston aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.3 snowfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May in Clarkston, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Clarkston, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Clarkston, in May, the average high-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Clarkston, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Clarkston aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Clarkston have in May?

In Clarkston, the average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Clarkston, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Clarkston is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Clarkston, MI

Average temperature in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Clarkston, MI

Average pressure in May - Clarkston, 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
Clarkston, MI

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Clarkston, MI

Average humidity in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Clarkston, MI

Average rainfall in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Clarkston, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clarkston, MI

Average snowfall in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clarkston, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Clarkston, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Clarkston, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Clarkston, MI

Average UV index in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Clarkston, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Clarkston, MI

Average visibility in May - Clarkston, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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