May weather forecast
Houghton Lake, MI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Houghton Lake, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45°F (7.2°C) and max 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from April's cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) to an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Throughout the month of May, Houghton Lake sees a steady low-temperature average of 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Houghton Lake, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.5 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Houghton Lake. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Houghton Lake aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 90.1 snowfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Houghton Lake, Michigan, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Houghton Lake?

In Houghton Lake, in May, the average high-temperature is 64.8°F (18.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Houghton Lake?

May is the least humid month in Houghton Lake, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in May in Houghton Lake?

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in Houghton Lake in May?

In Houghton Lake, during May, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Houghton Lake?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Houghton Lake aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Houghton Lake?

The average day length in May in Houghton Lake, Michigan, is 14h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Houghton Lake?

On the first day of May in Houghton Lake, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Houghton Lake?

The average sunshine duration in May in Houghton Lake is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Houghton Lake?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average temperature in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average pressure in May - Houghton Lake, 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
Houghton Lake, MI

Average wind speed in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average humidity in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average rainfall in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average snowfall in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Houghton Lake, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average UV index in May - Houghton Lake, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Houghton Lake, MI

Average visibility in May - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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