May weather forecast
Manistee, MI

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Weather in May

As Manistee steps into the warmer half of the year, May fittingsly serves as the bridge between spring and summer. Accompanied by an average high temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and a low of 45.7°F (7.6°C), residents and visitors get to enjoy pleasant weather suitable for a variety of outdoor pursuits. May witnesses increased daylight hours, contributing to the overall warm and inviting ambiance after the long winter. This is an excellent time to visit Manistee’s beautiful natural landscapes as the city bursts into vibrant colors. Stepping closer to summer, the city escalates in vitality and exuberance.

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). Manistee, during the May nights, maintains an average temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C), closely aligned with its daytime readings.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Manistee, Michigan, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Manistee, in May, during 15.9 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Manistee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.8 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) 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, Manistee aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Manistee, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.4 days and aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 9:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Manistee, in May, during 15.9 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Manistee aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Manistee have in May?

In Manistee, the average day length in May is 14h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 9:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Manistee, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Manistee, MI

Average temperature in May - Manistee, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Manistee, MI

Average pressure in May - Manistee, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Manistee, MI

Average wind speed in May - Manistee, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9mph).

Average humidity in May
Manistee, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Manistee, MI

Average rainfall in May - Manistee, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Manistee, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Manistee, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Manistee, MI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Manistee, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Manistee, 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Manistee, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Manistee, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Manistee, MI

Average UV index in May - Manistee, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Manistee, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Manistee, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Manistee, MI

Average visibility in May - Manistee, 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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