May weather forecast
Lansing, MI

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The Capitol building in Lansing, Michigan, hosting the legislative arm of the US government
The Capitol building in Lansing, Michigan, hosting the legislative arm of the US government

Weather in May

May sees a significant transformation into warmer weather in Lansing. This month is notable for temperatures warming up to an agreeable high of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and a low of 48.6°F (9.2°C). Blooms are in full force as the increased temperatures and ample sunshine hours provide perfect growing conditions. Although the chance of rainfall increases slightly, it does not hinder outdoor enjoyment and activities that residents look forward to after the cold winter months.

Temperature

The start of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). Lansing records a steady low-temperature average of 48.6°F (9.2°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lansing aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.2 snowfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lansing, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 9:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Lansing is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Lansing in May has an average high-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lansing in May?

In Lansing, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in May?

In May, the average day length in Lansing, Michigan, is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 9:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lansing have in May?

In Lansing, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Lansing, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lansing, MI

Average temperature in May - Lansing, 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 (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Lansing, MI

Average pressure in May - Lansing, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lansing, MI

Average wind speed in May - Lansing, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Lansing, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Lansing, MI

Average rainfall in May - Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Lansing, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lansing, MI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lansing, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lansing, 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 2min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lansing, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Lansing, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lansing, MI

Average UV index in May - Lansing, 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
Lansing, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Lansing, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Lansing, MI

Average visibility in May - Lansing, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September and December (5mi).

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