May weather forecast
Lafayette, OH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Lafayette, Ohio, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and an average high of 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). Lafayette, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lafayette, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Lafayette, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lafayette in May?

The high-temperature during May is 70.3°F (21.3°C) and the low-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lafayette, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lafayette?

May through September 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 Lafayette have in May?

In Lafayette, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:00 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lafayette have in May?

In Lafayette, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lafayette, OH

Average temperature in May - Lafayette, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.4°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Lafayette, OH

Average pressure in May - Lafayette, OH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lafayette, OH

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Lafayette, OH

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Lafayette, OH

Average rainfall in May - Lafayette, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Lafayette, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Lafayette, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lafayette, OH

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lafayette, OH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lafayette, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Lafayette, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Lafayette, OH

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Lafayette, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Lafayette, OH

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

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

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