May weather forecast
Northwest, OH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Northwest, Ohio, with an average temperature ranging between max 68.9°F (20.5°C) and min 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

In Northwest, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). During the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) is observed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and May, with an average 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Northwest. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Northwest aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.2 snowfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Northwest, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:06 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Northwest, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Northwest experiences an average high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Northwest is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months in Northwest, Ohio, are April and May, with an average 3.39" (86mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Northwest, in May, it is raining for 18.6 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Northwest?

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

How many hours of daylight does Northwest have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:06 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Northwest have in May?

In Northwest, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Northwest is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Northwest, OH

Average temperature in May - Northwest, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Northwest, OH

Average pressure in May - Northwest, 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
Northwest, OH

Average wind speed in May - Northwest, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Northwest, OH

Average humidity in May - Northwest, 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 October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Northwest, OH

Average rainfall in May - Northwest, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Northwest, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Northwest, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Northwest, OH

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Northwest, OH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Northwest, OH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Northwest, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Northwest, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Northwest, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Northwest, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Northwest, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Northwest, OH

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

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

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