May weather forecast
Drayton Plains, MI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Drayton Plains, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average high of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

Drayton Plains's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in April to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). During May, the average low-temperature is recorded at a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In Drayton Plains, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, 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 Drayton Plains, Michigan, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Drayton Plains experiences an average high-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Drayton Plains, Michigan, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest 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 much does it rain in May?

In Drayton Plains, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Drayton Plains?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Drayton Plains have 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 is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Drayton Plains, MI

Average temperature in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average pressure in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average wind speed in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average humidity in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average rainfall in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average snowfall in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average UV index in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

Average visibility in May - Drayton Plains, 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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