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
Dover's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). During May, the average low-temperature is a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Dover, during May, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.8 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Dover, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Dover is 14h and 27min.On the first day of May in Dover, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Dover, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Dover is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Dover, OH
- Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Dover, OH
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dover, OH
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Dover, OH
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Dover, OH
- Average rainfall in May: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
Dover, OH
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dover, OH
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dover, OH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dover, OH
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dover, OH
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Dover, 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
Dover, OH
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Dover, OH
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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