May weather forecast
Dexter, OH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dexter, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.8°F (12.1°C) and max 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) is witnessed in Dexter throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Dexter is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Dexter aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Dexter, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.2 days and aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dexter, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Dexter, in May, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Dexter aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dexter have in May?

In Dexter, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Dexter, OH

Average temperature in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°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 (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Dexter, OH

Average pressure in May - Dexter, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dexter, OH

Average wind speed in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

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
Dexter, OH

Average humidity in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Dexter, OH

Average rainfall in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Dexter, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dexter, OH

Average snowfall in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dexter, OH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dexter, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dexter, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Dexter, OH

Average UV index in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Dexter, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Dexter, OH

Average visibility in May - Dexter, OH
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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