May weather forecast
Dowagiac, MI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Dowagiac, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average high of 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Temperature

Dowagiac's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). Nighttime temperature in Dowagiac lowers to an average of 50.2°F (10.1°C) in May.

Humidity

In Dowagiac, Michigan, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dowagiac, there are 159.1 rainfall days, and 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dowagiac aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Dowagiac, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.2 days and aggregates up to 24.33" (618mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Dowagiac is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 9:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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 average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Dowagiac?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Dowagiac, is 67.5°F (19.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dowagiac?

In Dowagiac, Michigan, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in Dowagiac in May?

In Dowagiac, Michigan, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Dowagiac?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Dowagiac?

In May, the average day length in Dowagiac is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Dowagiac?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 9:13 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dowagiac?

In Dowagiac, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Dowagiac?

In Dowagiac, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average temperature in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.5°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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average pressure in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average wind speed in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average humidity in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average rainfall in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average snowfall in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dowagiac, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Dowagiac, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Dowagiac, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Dowagiac, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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