May weather forecast
Sterling Heights, MI

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Weather in May

May in Sterling Heights, Michigan, signifies the end of spring and the beginning of summer. The warmer temperature around 67.3°F (19.6°C) encourages outdoor activities. Sunshine hours extend significantly, filling the day with a radiant glow. Rainfall begins to slightly dwindle, but enough to keep the verdant landscapes flourishing. Relatively lower wind speeds contribute to the overall comfiness of May weather.

Temperature

In Sterling Heights, the average high-temperature in May rises, from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in April, to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sterling Heights aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Sterling Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.7 days and aggregates up to 17.24" (438mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sterling Heights is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Sterling Heights in May has an average high-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sterling Heights, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sterling Heights aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sterling Heights?

The average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:02 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sterling Heights?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Sterling Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average temperature in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average pressure in May - Sterling Heights, 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
Sterling Heights, MI

Average wind speed in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average humidity in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average rainfall in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average snowfall in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sterling Heights, 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: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average UV index in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Sterling Heights, MI

Average visibility in May - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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