May weather forecast
Kentwood, MI

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Weather in May

May brings a high temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and low of 48.7°F (9.3°C), setting warmer weather conditions in place for Kentwood, Michigan. Preceding the formal start of summer, May begins to heat up compared to April. Notably, snowfall ceases, replaced with rainfall of an average 2.36" (60mm) stretching across 16.6 days. Overall, the weather in May is distinguishable with longer sunshine hours and daylight. Transitioning from the mild conditions of April, May observes significant changes in weather patterns just ahead of the onset of summer.

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). Kentwood's average low-temperature in May is measured at a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Kentwood aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Kentwood, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Kentwood, is 66.6°F (19.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Kentwood aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kentwood?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kentwood have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

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 medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Kentwood, MI

Average temperature in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°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 (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Kentwood, MI

Average pressure in May - Kentwood, 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
Kentwood, MI

Average wind speed in May - Kentwood, 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 (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Kentwood, MI

Average humidity in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Kentwood, MI

Average rainfall in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Kentwood, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kentwood, MI

Average snowfall in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kentwood, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kentwood, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kentwood, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kentwood, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Kentwood, MI

Average UV index in May - Kentwood, 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
Kentwood, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Kentwood, MI

Average visibility in May - Kentwood, 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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