May weather forecast
New Athens, OH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in New Athens, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.8°F (22.1°C) and an average low of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in April to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 51.1°F (10.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in New Athens is 79%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are April and May, with an average 3.19" (81mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, New Athens aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In New Athens, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In New Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in New Athens, is 71.8°F (22.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in New Athens?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are April and May, with an average 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In New Athens, in May, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, New Athens aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In New Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
New Athens, OH

Average temperature in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in May
New Athens, OH

Average pressure in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
New Athens, OH

Average wind speed in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
New Athens, OH

Average humidity in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

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
New Athens, OH

Average rainfall in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
New Athens, OH

Average rainfall days in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
New Athens, OH

Average snowfall in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
New Athens, OH

Average snowfall days in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New Athens, OH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
New Athens, OH

Average sunshine days in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
New Athens, OH

Average UV index in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
New Athens, OH

Average cloud cover in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
New Athens, OH

Average visibility in May - New Athens, OH
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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