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
The start of May in Houghton brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in April to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 41.4°F (5.2°C).Humidity
May is the least humid month in Houghton, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Houghton, in May, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Houghton, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.4 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Houghton aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Houghton, during the entire year, snow falls for 105.1 days and aggregates up to 36.89" (937mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Houghton is 15h and 6min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 9:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 9:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Houghton is 9h.UV index
In Houghton, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Houghton?
What is the least humid month in Houghton?
What is the average humidity in May in Houghton?
How much does it rain in Houghton in May?
What is the last month it snows in Houghton?
How many hours of daylight does Houghton have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Houghton?
How long on average sun shines in May in Houghton?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Houghton?
Average temperature in May
Houghton, MI
- Average high temperature in May: 55.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 41.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (15.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Houghton, 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, MI
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Houghton, MI
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Houghton, MI
- Average rainfall in May: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.3").
Average rainfall days in May
Houghton, MI
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Houghton, MI
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Houghton, MI
- Average snowfall days in May: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 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, MI
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Houghton, MI
- Average sunshine days in May: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Houghton, MI
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are 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, MI
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Houghton, 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
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