May weather forecast
Lakeland, MI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lakeland, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

Lakeland's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) is expected.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) 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, Lakeland aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 9:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Lakeland, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Lakeland, in May, during 18.9 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Lakeland?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Lakeland, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Lakeland?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 9:05 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lakeland have in May?

In Lakeland, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May in Lakeland?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Lakeland, MI

Average temperature in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°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 (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Lakeland, MI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lakeland, MI

Average wind speed in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Lakeland, MI

Average humidity in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Lakeland, MI

Average rainfall in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Lakeland, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lakeland, MI

Average snowfall in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lakeland, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lakeland, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Lakeland, MI

Average UV index in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Lakeland, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Lakeland, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Lakeland, MI

Average visibility in May - Lakeland, 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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