May weather forecast
Birmingham, OH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Birmingham, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in April to a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C). Throughout May, the temperature falls to an average low of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

In Birmingham, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Birmingham, Ohio, in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.4 rainfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Birmingham, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Birmingham, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Birmingham, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Birmingham in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 60.8°F (16°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Birmingham have in May?

In Birmingham, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Birmingham, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Birmingham, OH

Average temperature in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Birmingham, OH

Average pressure in May - Birmingham, 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
Birmingham, OH

Average wind speed in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Birmingham, OH

Average humidity in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Birmingham, OH

Average rainfall in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Birmingham, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Birmingham, OH

Average snowfall in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Birmingham, OH

Average snowfall days in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Birmingham, OH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Birmingham, 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 18min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Birmingham, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Birmingham, OH

Average UV index in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Birmingham, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Birmingham, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Birmingham, OH

Average visibility in May - Birmingham, OH
  • 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).

Birmingham, Ohio, USA

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