Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 50.9°F (10.5°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Amherst, in May, it is raining for 18.6 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.7 days and collects up to 33.98" (863mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Amherst, Ohio, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Amherst, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, in Amherst, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Amherst?
What is the average humidity in May in Amherst?
How many days does it rain in May in Amherst?
When it does not snow in Amherst?
Does it snow in Amherst in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in Amherst?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Amherst?
How many hours of sunshine does Amherst have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Amherst?
Average temperature in May
Amherst, OH
- Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Amherst, OH
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Amherst, OH
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Amherst, OH
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Amherst, OH
- Average rainfall in May: 3.62"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Amherst, OH
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Amherst, OH
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Amherst, OH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Amherst, OH
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- 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: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Amherst, OH
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Amherst, OH
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Amherst, OH
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Amherst, OH
- 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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