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
An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). Athens's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C).Humidity
In Athens, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Athens aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Athens, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Athens is 14h and 21min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Athens, OH
- Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Athens, OH
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Athens, OH
- Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Athens, OH
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Athens, OH
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Athens, OH
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Athens, OH
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Athens, OH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Athens, OH
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Athens, OH
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Athens, OH
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Athens, OH
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Athens, OH
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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