May weather forecast
East Tawas, MI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in East Tawas, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Temperature

Entering May, East Tawas sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C). East Tawas records an average nighttime low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The least humid month in East Tawas is May, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, East Tawas aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In East Tawas, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.9 days and aggregates up to 9.29" (236mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In East Tawas, in May, the average water temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C).
Note: In terms of swimming, this condition is dangerously life-threatening. Water temperatures cause sharp pain and provoke immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to alleviate thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In East Tawas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for East Tawas in May?

In East Tawas, in May, the average high-temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall in East Tawas, Michigan, is May, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in East Tawas?

In East Tawas, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in East Tawas?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, East Tawas aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in May?

In East Tawas, in May, the average water temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does East Tawas have in May?

In East Tawas, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
East Tawas, MI

Average temperature in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in May
East Tawas, MI

Average pressure in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
East Tawas, MI

Average wind speed in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
East Tawas, MI

Average humidity in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in May
East Tawas, MI

Average rainfall in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
East Tawas, MI

Average rainfall days in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Tawas, MI

Average snowfall in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Tawas, MI

Average snowfall days in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
East Tawas, MI

Average sea temperature in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average sea temperature in May: 39.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (32.6°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
East Tawas, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Tawas, MI

Average sunshine days in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
East Tawas, MI

Average UV index in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
East Tawas, MI

Average cloud cover in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
East Tawas, MI

Average visibility in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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