Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is noted during the nights in Grand Rapids.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Grand Rapids, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Grand Rapids, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.On the first day of May in Grand Rapids, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:14 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Average temperature in May
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"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
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall in May: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.47").
Average rainfall days in May
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall days in May: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Grand Rapids, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Grand Rapids, 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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