May weather forecast
Defiance, OH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Defiance, Ohio, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.8°F (21°C) and min 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

Defiance, Ohio, in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) in April to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). In the month of May, Defiance records a consistent average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Humidity

In Defiance, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Defiance, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Defiance, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.2 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Defiance are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Defiance, Ohio. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Defiance aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Defiance, there are 45.7 snowfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Defiance, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Defiance, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Defiance, Ohio, is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Defiance in May?

In Defiance, in May, the average high-temperature is 69.8°F (21°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Defiance?

The average relative humidity in May in Defiance, Ohio, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Defiance?

In Defiance, in May, it is raining for 19 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Defiance?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Defiance aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Defiance have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Defiance?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:03 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Defiance?

The average sunshine duration in May in Defiance, Ohio, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Defiance?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Defiance, Ohio, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Defiance, OH

Average temperature in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in May
Defiance, OH

Average pressure in May - Defiance, 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
Defiance, OH

Average wind speed in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Defiance, OH

Average humidity in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Defiance, OH

Average rainfall in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Defiance, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Defiance, OH

Average snowfall in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Defiance, OH

Average snowfall days in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Defiance, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Defiance, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Defiance, OH

Average UV index in May - Defiance, 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
Defiance, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Defiance, OH

Average visibility in May - Defiance, OH
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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